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Grilled Cheese, Pickle and Vidalia Onion Sandwich

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"I came up with this recipe because I always enjoy pickles on the side with my basic grilled cheese sandwich. So one day I decided just to put my pickles on the sandwich in addition to some other favorite ingredients. I think it turned out really delicious!" — Lainey

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3 tablespoons softened butter
2 slices whole wheat bread
2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese

1 dill pickle, sliced
2 thin slices Vidalia or other sweet onion

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Directions

Butter one side of each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon of butter. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place one bread slice butter-side-down into the skillet, and top with the Cheddar cheese, pickle slices, and onion. Place the remaining slice of bread butter-side-up onto the sandwich. Cook until crispy and golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 5 mins
READY IN 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 25, 2011

Thanks for the *push* I needed to step out of my childhood grilled cheese w/White American and yellow mustard standby. I didn't have any cheddar, so I did use provolone and white American and I also added ham for some protein, but it would have been fantastic w/out the ham (and w/whatever cheese you prefer) as well! I liked this so much, I may just have one for lunch today, too...

—lovestohost

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 18, 2011

Interesting sandwich. The first bite was a bit odd to me but after that it was pretty good! Made exactly as directed. Thanks for the recipe. This is definitely something I would not have thought of. I might make this again for my husband to try as he LOVES pickles.

—MATTSBELLY

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23 Ratings

Oct 02, 2009

I used regular yellow onion, sauteed a little bit first, and very thin slices of cheddar and mozzarella. I also just used cooking spray instead of butter and this sandwich was excellent. What a good idea.

—Kimberly

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Jun 28, 2010

This was sooooo good! I had white cheddar and american, so I just combined both. Also, I used white bread. This was really tasty and we all enjoyed the combination of flavors. I will be making these again! Thanks for sharing. :)

—Christina

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Jun 29, 2008

I used swiss cheese and zesty sandwich stackers with the Vidalia onion. I also used a light spreading of mayo on both sides of the sandwich. Quick sandwich for a mom on the go!

—Sarah Jo

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Jan 18, 2011

Wow, this was great! Admittedly, I made a few changes to combine it with my other favorite grilled cheese sandwich. I used American cheese instead of Cheddar because I had it in the house...I also spread a little whipped cream cheese on one side and sprinkled the insides with italian seasoning. So good...I would never have thought of this combo, but it was delicious!

—HuskerGirl

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Jan 12, 2011

My Vegetarian wife and son love this vaiation of the (plain, old) grilled cheese sandwich! Thanks for the recipe, Lainey!!! I had a jar of carmelized onions from our last canning season that I used for these. Made for a delicious "swwt and sour" effect!

—Saucier Du Fer

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Jan 15, 2009

Delicious! My husband and I loved it! We used sharp cheddar, white cheddar, dill pickles, and mayan sweet onion. Yum!

—THRO0030

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Nutrition

Calories
683 kcal
34%

Carbohydrates
26.2 g
8%

Cholesterol
151 mg
50%

Fat
55.3 g
85%

Fiber
4.3 g
17%

Protein
22.1 g
44%

Sodium
956 mg
38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grilled Cheese, Pickle and Vidalia Onion Sandwich

Serving Size: 1/1 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 683
Calories from Fat: 497

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 55.3g 85 %
Saturated Fat 34.3g 171 %
Cholesterol 151mg 50 %
Sodium 956mg 38 %
Potassium 241mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 26.2g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 4.3g 17 %
Protein 22.1g 44 %
Sugars 4.3g
Vitamin A 33 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 61 %
Iron 18 %
Thiamin 23 %
Niacin 50 %
Vitamin B6 12 %
Magnesium 24 %
Folate 24 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.