Spicy Pickle Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Crispy sourdough grilled cheese with sharp cheddar, dill pickles, and a spicy jalapeño twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 8 slices sourdough bread
02 - 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Pickles & Spice

04 - ½ cup dill pickles, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
06 - 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños, chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Sriracha)

→ Optional Dipping Sauce

08 - ½ cup ranch dressing or tomato soup, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place 4 slices of bread buttered side down on a clean surface; top each with 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese.
03 - Evenly distribute dill pickles, fresh jalapeño slices if using, and chopped pickled jalapeños over the cheese on each sandwich.
04 - Drizzle hot sauce over the pickles on each sandwich.
05 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
06 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet and allow to cool slightly.
09 - Slice each sandwich into strips for dipping.
10 - Serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Bold flavor with spicy and tangy pickles
  • Perfect snack for sharing and dipping
02 -
  • Contains dairy and gluten ingredients
  • You can easily make it gluten-free using gluten-free bread
03 -
  • Use smoked cheddar or pepper jack for extra flavor
  • Adjust spice level by controlling jalapeño and hot sauce
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