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Poor Man's Sandwich

This 'Poor Man's Sandwich' is a quick, easy, and surprisingly satisfying meal combining creamy peanut butter and mayonnaise with the tangy crunch of dill pickles and thinly sliced onion on whole wheat bread. Ready in minutes, it's a unique blend of savory, sweet, and piquant flavors, perfect for a budget-friendly lunch or snack.
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Total Time 10 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 1 people
Calories 380.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Knife For thinly slicing onion if not pre-sliced
  • 1 Cutting Board If fresh onion requires slicing
  • 1 Spreader or Spoon For applying peanut butter and mayonnaise
  • 1 Plate For assembly and serving

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1.5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread
  • 6 slices dill pickle
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced onion
  • 2 teaspoons mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Gather all necessary ingredients: whole wheat bread, creamy peanut butter, mayonnaise, dill pickles, and a fresh onion.
  • If not pre-sliced, thinly slice the onion. For best results and even flavor distribution, a mandoline is recommended to achieve paper-thin slices.
  • Take one slice of whole wheat bread and spread the creamy peanut butter evenly across its entire surface.
  • On the second slice of whole wheat bread, spread the mayonnaise uniformly.
  • Arrange the dill pickle slices on top of the peanut butter layer, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  • Carefully place the thinly sliced onion on top of the mayonnaise layer.
  • Gently bring the two prepared bread slices together, aligning the peanut butter and pickle half with the mayonnaise and onion half, to form the complete sandwich.
  • Serve the sandwich immediately to appreciate the fresh combination of textures and flavors.

Notes

This sandwich offers a surprising blend of textures and flavors. For optimal enjoyment, consider toasting the whole wheat bread lightly; this adds a crucial textural contrast and prevents potential sogginess from the pickle and mayonnaise. Ensure the onion is sliced exceptionally thin – a mandoline is ideal – to distribute its sharp flavor evenly without overpowering the palate. Blotting the dill pickle slices dry before assembly will also help maintain bread integrity. A grind of fresh black pepper or a pinch of smoked paprika could introduce another layer of complexity. Experiment with different bread types, like a hearty rye, to complement the robust fillings.