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Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich for Ultimate Comfort

This Crispy Dill Pickle Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic, perfect for comfort and nostalgia.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices sourdough bread at least ½ inch thick
  • 1 cup dill Havarti cheese grated, can substitute with mozzarella or cheddar
  • ¼ cup dill pickles chopped and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter for grilling
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1 handful dill pickle-flavored potato chips add before serving
  • 2 slices crispy bacon optional for savory twist

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Bread: Lay out two thick slices of sourdough bread on your cutting board.
  2. Add the Cheese: Sprinkle half of the grated dill Havarti cheese evenly on one slice.
  3. Layer the Pickles: Spread chopped, dried dill pickles evenly over the cheese.
  4. Complete the Sandwich: Top with the remaining dill Havarti cheese and place the second slice on top.
  5. Butter the Bread: Generously butter the outer surfaces of both slices with salted butter.
  6. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat.
  7. Grill the Sandwich: Place the buttered sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 4–5 minutes on one side.
  8. Flip and Finish: Flip the sandwich and grill the second side for an additional 4–5 minutes.
  9. Add Final Touches: Carefully open the sandwich and add dill pickle-flavored potato chips inside.
  10. Serve and Savor: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it rest, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy with classic tomato soup for a nostalgic feel.

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