Ploughman's Lunch

Name: Ploughman's Lunch
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 250 g (8-10 oz) cheddar cheese or other robust cheese like Stilton (cut into wedges or slices.); 1 loaf crusty whole grain bread or sourdough, ( sliced into 4 pieces or more.); 6 Branston pickles or 4-6 pickled onions/pickled gherkins; 250 g (7-9 oz) cold meats like ham, roast beef, or similar. (sliced.); 1 small head of lettuce (torn into leaves.); 2 tomatoes (sliced.); 4 radishes (sliced.); 1 cucumber (sliced.); 4 eggs (hard-boiled, peeled and cut in half.); 2 apples (cored and sliced or quartered.); 50 g (2 oz) butter (2 oz for spreading.); 100 g (3½ oz) chutney; 1 small pork pie (optional) (cut into 4 wedges.); 1 small bunch of parsley or chives (for garnish.)

Instructions

Prep:15min

Picture a lazy afternoon picnic by a bubbling brook. Spread a blanket and set out a wooden board with a selection of cheeses, pickles, cold meats, crusty bread, and a simple green salad. Add some fresh fruits like apples and grapes for a touch of sweetness. This traditional British meal is perfect for sharing and nibbling while enjoying the serene surroundings.

Updated at: Fri, 28 Mar 2025 04:05:01 GMT