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    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich

    Published: Jun 14, 2022 · by Radwa.

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    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich is a rich, cheesy, and flavorful British sandwich that I LOVE so much. Grab 2 slices of cheddar cheese and a jar of Branston's Pickle, and let's make this easy sandwich.

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich and Branston's Pickle jar in the background

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich

    I am a big fan of this easy sandwich. The excellent balance between being rich, crunchy, and a bit salty makes this sandwich even more delectable.

    I like to use a thick slice of extra mature cheddar since it has a tangier sharpness and crumblier texture. I found it perfect for this sandwich.

    Of course, I cannot forget about the pickle from Branston's. This pickle is rich with different ingredients ranging from carrots to onions and a sweet sauce.

    To sum it up, this sandwich is sweet and tangy because of the pickle; and salty with a fatty taste, all thanks to the cheddar.

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich and Branston's Pickle jar in the background

    Why I Love This Recipe

    • It is a budget-friendly and 4-ingredient recipe you can quickly make at home. This recipe comes together in under ten minutes, a perfect sandwich for breakfast or lunch.
    • I can add other ingredients— such as boiled eggs, and tuna, to the sandwich to make it even more mouth-watering.

    What's in This Sandwich?

    Cheddar Cheese. I used mature cheddar cheese but you may use

    Branston's Pickle. In my opinion, this is the ideal pickle to use in this recipe because it is composed of sweet carrots, gherkins, rutabaga, onions, and cauliflower in a thick sweet sauce. It will give the salty, fatty flavor of cheddar cheese a vibrant sweet and tangy taste.

    Bread. Is there even a sandwich without bread “sandwiching” the fillings? Use your favorite bread, I used white bread.

    Butter. Aside from providing a rich flavor to the bread and the sandwich as a whole, butter also prevents the bread from getting soggy from all the sandwich ingredients being added.

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich and Branston's Pickle jar in the background

    How to Make Cheese and Pickle Sandwich?

    steps of making the recipe by photos

    One: Lay a slice of bread on a plate, top it with a slice of cheese, spread a tablespoon of Branston’s Pickle, then another slice of cheese, and Top it with the other slice of bread.

    steps of making the recipe by photos

    Two: Spread the outer sides of the sandwich with butter.

    Three: Heat a frying pan on medium heat, put the sandwich, cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, then serve warm.

    Top Tips!

    • Use quality ingredients such as bread and cheddar cheese. I also recommend to using a thicker bread slices.
    • You may toast the bread first before making the sandwich. However, I like to toast it after filling to allow the cheese to melt inside.
    • Don't let the sandwich stay longer than necessary on the frying pan with the heat on because it will make that sandwich dry.

    Some Variations

    • You may add more fillings to your sandwich if you like. Adding mashed boiled egg, chopped green onions or sliced leftover turkey are among the most common sandwich ingredients that will work well with cheese and pickles.
    • Cheddar cheese is the best for this recipe, but if it is unavailable at home, you may just use Colby or Swiss cheese. Both are good substitutes.
    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich

    Serving Suggestions

    Personally, I love too Indulge myself with this Cheese and Pickle Sandwich alongside Pizza Fries or Belgian Fries.

    Also, the sweet and creamy taste of Elote Corn Salad will also stand as an excellent balance to the flavor of cheese and pickles in the sandwich.

    2 slices of the Cheese and Pickle Sandwich

    Recipe FAQs

    Is this recipe vegan?

    The cheese and pickles in this recipe are vegan-friendly. However, the bread and butter are not. If you wish for a vegan version of this recipe, make sure to use vegan-friendly bread and butter, which you can buy at any grocery store.

    Can I use another type or brand of pickle other than Branston's Pickle?

    Of course, yes. You may use Dill Pickle, which is not too sweet nor spicy but incredibly tasty to use in a sandwich.

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    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich and Branston's Pickle jar in the background
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    5 from 4 votes

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich

    Cheese and Pickle Sandwich is a rich, cheesy, and flavorful British sandwich. Grab 2 slices of cheddar cheese and a jar of Branston's Pickle, and let's make this easy sandwich.
    Course Lunch
    Cuisine British
    Diet Vegetarian
    Prep Time 1 minute minute
    Cook Time 1 minute minute
    Total Time 2 minutes minutes
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 338kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Plate
    • Skillet
    • Spoon

    Ingredients

    • 2 Slices Bread
    • 2 Slices Mature Cheddar Cheese
    • 1 tablespoon Branston’s Pickle
    • 1 teaspoon Butter

    Instructions

    • Lay a slice of bread on a plate, top it with a slice of cheese, spread a tablespoon of Branston’s Pickle, then another slice of cheese, and Top it with the other slice of bread.
      2 Slices Bread, 2 Slices Mature Cheddar Cheese, 1 tablespoon Branston’s Pickle
    • Spread the outer sides of the sandwich with butter.
      1 teaspoon Butter
    • Heat a frying pan on medium heat, put the sandwich, cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, then serve warm.

    Notes

    • Use quality ingredients such as bread and cheddar cheese. I also recommend to using a thicker bread slices.
    • You may toast the bread first before making the sandwich. However, I like to toast it after filling to allow the cheese to melt inside.
    • Don't let the sandwich stay longer than necessary on the frying pan with the heat on because it will make that sandwich dry.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 369IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 318mg | Iron: 2mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      June 15, 2022 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      Branston's Pickle is good; however, I prefer gherkin.

      Reply
    2. Fernando says

      June 14, 2022 at 9:36 am

      5 stars
      I love pickle and this sandwich looks delicious and easy for lunch.

      Reply
    5 from 4 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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