Sarasota's Cheddar, Pickled Cucumber & Onion Sandwi

Name: Sarasota's Cheddar, Pickled Cucumber & Onion Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices dark pumpernickel bread; 8 slices white cheddar cheese, 2 slices per sandwich (thick sliced, no thin); 1 cup pickled cucumbers and onion, see recipe below (1/4-1/2 cup per sandwich); 4 tablespoons cream cheese with chives (or a soft herb cheese such as Boursin); butter; 2 -3 medium English seedless cucumbers, peeled and cut in half lengthwise and then thin sliced (depending on the size of the cucumber); 1 large onion, cut in quarters and then thin sliced (sweet onion); 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (no substitutes); 6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (no substitutes); 2 teaspoons kosher salt, you can a little more if you want it a bit saltier (no table salt); 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

8 slices dark pumpernickel bread
8 slices white cheddar cheese, 2 slices per sandwich (thick sliced, no thin)
1 cup pickled cucumbers and onion, see recipe below (1/4-1/2 cup per sandwich)
4 tablespoons cream cheese with chives (or a soft herb cheese such as Boursin)
butter
2 -3 medium English seedless cucumbers, peeled and cut in half lengthwise and then thin sliced (depending on the size of the cucumber)
1 large onion, cut in quarters and then thin sliced (sweet onion)
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (no substitutes)
6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (no substitutes)
2 teaspoons kosher salt, you can a little more if you want it a bit saltier (no table salt)
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

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Cucumbers and Onions -- Now this can be done early that day or even the night before which is even better.
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Very simple - just mix the vinegars, salt and pepper, cucumbers and onions and toss well and cover with saran wrap.
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That's it.
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Make sure you use a NON-metal bowl.
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Sandwich -- Spread 1 tablespoon of the soft cheese with chives on the first slice of bread.
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Top with the pickled cucumbers and onions, use a slotted spoon so you don't get any juice.
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The cucumber and onions have already absorbed all the flavor.
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Then, top with 2 slices of cheese and the top slice of bread.
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Grill -- Butter the top slice of bread and put that side down first on your grill pan or in your saute pan.
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Then butter the other slice.
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Grill until side 1 is lightly toasted and flip.
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It will only take a few more minutes on the second side until the cheese is melted.
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Serve -- Enjoy this with a bowl of your favorite chowder and some potato chips for a nice dinner.
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The preparation time includes making the pickled onions and cucumbers.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices dark pumpernickel bread, 8 slices white cheddar cheese, 2 slices per sandwich (thick sliced, no thin), 1 cup pickled cucumbers and onion, see recipe below (1/4-1/2 cup per sandwich), 4 tablespoons cream cheese with chives (or a soft herb cheese such as Boursin), and more.

Yes, Sarasota's Cheddar, Pickled Cucumber & Onion Sandwich 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!

Sarasota's Cheddar, Pickled Cucumber & Onion Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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