Checkerboard Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Checkerboard Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 brown bread slices, day old; 8 white bread slices, day old; Butter; margarine, softened; Cream cheese filling; 4 oz. cream cheese, softened; 1 tbsp. mayonnaise; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 tsp. onion salt; 1/4 tsp. yellow food coloring.

Servings: persons

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Beginning with a brown slice, alternate the colors, (brown, white, brown, white) buttering and spreading with filling between the slices.
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Make 2 stacks like this.
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Cut crusts from stacks.
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Wrap snuggly in plastic and chill about 30 minutes.
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Keep remaining filling soft.
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Cut each stack into slices 1/2 inch thick.
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Spread between these ribboned slices with butter and filling.
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Make stacks again alternating slices so that white strips rest on brown strips, forming a checkerboard.
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Wrap snugly in plastic and chill.
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To serve, cut in 1/2 inch slices.
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FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FILLING: Beat all together well.
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Especially suited for the checkerboard sandwich since it firms and holds well when chilled.
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Add food coloring.
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Filling will be mustard color.
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124

kcal

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 brown bread slices, day old, 8 white bread slices, day old, Butter, margarine, softened, and more.

Yes, Checkerboard Sandwiches falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Checkerboard Sandwiches

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Variations & substitutions

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