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The Ultimate Spicy Cheddar & Apple Fall Veggie Sandwich Recipe

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The Ultimate Spicy Cheddar & Apple Fall Veggie Sandwich is a deliciously balanced combination of creamy sharp cheddar, spicy pickled jalapeños, sweet crisp apples, and fresh arugula on toasted sourdough bread. This sandwich offers a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, crunchy, and savory flavors, making it an ideal fall lunch that is satisfying and uniquely flavorful.

Ingredients

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For the Bread

  • 2 slices Sourdough Bread (feel free to substitute with your favorite bread variety)

For the Spread

  • 1 tablespoon Grainy Dijon Mustard (can be replaced with standard yellow mustard)
  • 1 teaspoon Honey (can be swapped with maple syrup for a vegan substitute)

For the Main Filling

  • 2 ounces Sliced Sharp Cheddar Cheese (consider vegan cheese as an alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons Pickled Jalapeños (omit for a milder version)
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced (scallions can also be used)
  • 1 medium Honeycrisp Apple, thinly sliced (other apple varieties can be substituted)
  • 1 cup Arugula (can use spinach or omit)

For Added Crunch

  • 1 handful Kettle Potato Chips (can be replaced or omitted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Broiler: Begin by preheating your broiler. Place both slices of sourdough bread on a baking sheet to prepare them for toasting.
  2. Broil the Bread: Broil the bread for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned on one side, then flip each slice to toast the other side evenly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  3. Melt the Cheese: Place sliced sharp cheddar cheese on one slice of the toasted bread. Return the baking sheet to the broiler and broil for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and perfectly glossy.
  4. Layer the Ingredients: On the cheese-melted bread slice, evenly layer the pickled jalapeños. On the other slice, spread the grainy Dijon mustard and drizzle the honey on top for sweetness.
  5. Add Freshness and Crunch: Stack thinly sliced honeycrisp apples, red onion slices, fresh arugula, and a handful of kettle potato chips onto the bread with mustard and honey to add varying textures and flavors.
  6. Assemble and Serve: Gently close the sandwich by pressing the two slices together to combine all flavors. Slice the sandwich in half for easier eating, then serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful fall-inspired creation.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh, but if left out, consume within 2 hours to prevent spoilage.
  • To store leftovers, assemble without kettle chips, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Add chips just before serving to keep them crunchy.
  • You can freeze the assembled sandwich without chips for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a toaster oven before serving.
  • Keep an eye on the bread while broiling to prevent burning.
  • Adjust the amount of pickled jalapeños to control spiciness or omit for a milder version.
  • Slice apples and red onions up to 24 hours in advance, stored in airtight containers to prevent browning.

Keywords: Spicy cheddar sandwich, apple sandwich, fall sandwich recipe, vegetarian sandwich, savory and sweet sandwich, broiled sandwich, cheddar jalapeño sandwich

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