The Easiest And Most Delicious Ploughman's Sandwich Recipe

This super easy recipe for a Ploughman's Sandwich is a tasty twist on a classic ploughman's lunch. Ideal for picnics and lunch in the garden. 

Now if there's one thing we all love here it's a ploughman's lunch, preferably in a beer-garden sat by the river on a hot summers day...

My favourite ham, cheese and ploughman pickle, sandwiched deliciously between two slices of bread. Good bread, proper tasty, thick cut bread from the bakery. 

Making Homemade Ploughman's Sandwiches Is A Good Thing, Here’s Why! 

Quick and easy! - Ploughman's sandwiches are incredibly easy to make, with just a few simple ingredients, you can make up a batch of tasty, filling sandwiches in minutes. 

Perfect for on-the-go – Whether you're heading off for the day on a picnic, or just packing a lunchbox to take to work or school. These are a tasty and easy sandwich to make. 

Budget Friendly – Made with staple ingredients like bread, cheese and ham, these are a great option for lunch. 

Ploughman's Sandwich Recipe 

Serves – 2 people (easy to double) 

Prep Time – 5 minutes  

Total Time – around 5 minutes 

Make It Quicker – use ready sliced Cheddar cheese and pre-washed salad. 

Our Most Popular Alternative – Ploughman's Platter 

Equipment Needed

• Bread board 

• Bread knife 

• Sharp knife 

• Tablespoon 

• Colander or salad spinner 

• Butter knife 

Ploughman's Sandwich Ingredients

You’ll only need a handful of ingredients to make these flavourful cheese sandwiches

• 4 thick slices of crusty bread - just use your favourite

• 1 Little Gem lettuce - washed (you could swap this for rocket or watercress if you prefer) 

• 2 vine tomatoes - sliced  

• 100g of mature Cheddar cheese 

• 4 slices of roast ham 

• 50g butter 

• 2 tablespoon sandwich pickle - we used Branston Original Pickle - you could use a little English mustard or Piccalilli if you prefer. 

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For nutrition information and calories see recipe card below

How To Make A Ploughman's Sandwich

Step by step instructions for creating a delicious, homemade sandwich

Step One - prepare your sandwich ingredients 

• Wash and dry the lettuce and tomato then slice. 
• Slice the cheese

Step Two - make the Ploughman's sandwich 

• Butter the crusty bread

• Then add the lettuce and tomato slices. 

• Add the roast ham. 
• Top with the slices of mature Cheddar cheese
• Then spoon on the Ploughman's pickle or your favourite sandwich pickle 

• Top with the other slice of buttered bread and enjoy!

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What To Serve With A Ploughman's Sandwich

When I make these yummy ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch I like to serve them with a little bowl of salt and vinegar kettle crisps, and some coleslaw or sweet pickles and if I'm making them for taking on a picnic, I usually add some homemade sausage rolls too. 

Cooks Note! If you're making sandwiches ahead of time, then to stop them going soggy, be sure to spread the butter right to the edges, and thoroughly dry the lettuce. Also, when I'm adding tomatoes to sandwich to be eaten later, I usually remove the seeds. 

More Picnic Food Ideas To Try 

If you're heading out for the day on a picnic, then pack that hamper to bursting with delicious picnic treats! 

• Cheese and Onion Rolls 
• Swedish Potato Salad
• Ranch Pasta Salad 
• Vegetable Pasties 
• Egg Salad Sandwiches
• ​White Chocolate Cookies 

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