Simple Refrigerator Clean-Out Sandwich
Whip Up a Quick Sandwich with Ingredients You Already Have! Fridge Clean-Out Recipe
Let’s make a sandwich to use up those leftover ingredients in your fridge! It’s perfect for a relaxed holiday at home. Simply use whatever you have on hand!
Ingredients (Serves 2)- 4 slices of bread
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 onion
- 2 Tbsp mustard sauce
- 4 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 5 grinds of black pepper
- 1 Tbsp butter
- Sliced ham or chicken breast ham, to taste
- 2 slices of cheese
- 4 leaves of lettuce (romaine or iceberg) or other greens
- 1/2 cucumber
Cooking Instructions
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Making the Sauce: Step 1: First, let’s prepare the delicious sauce that will go inside your sandwich. Step 2: Finely mince 1/3 of an onion. Mincing the onion very finely will ensure a smoother texture in your sauce.
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Step 3: Place the minced onion into a clean bowl. Step 4: Add 2 tablespoons of mustard sauce to the bowl.
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Step 5: For creaminess, add 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise.
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Step 6: Finally, add about 5 grinds of black pepper. You can adjust the amount to your preference. Step 7: Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined. It’s important to ensure the sauce is smooth and lump-free.
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Butter the Bread: Step 1: Now, let’s add flavor to your sandwich by buttering the bread. Step 2: Lightly melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the microwave or over low heat. It doesn’t need to be hot, just soft enough to spread easily.
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Step 3: Prepare your 4 slices of bread. Step 4: Evenly spread the slightly melted butter over the surface of each slice of bread. This will make your sandwich extra rich and flavorful.
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Toasting the Bread: Step 1: Now, place the buttered bread slices in a pan or toaster and toast them until golden brown and lightly crispy! Toasting the bread enhances its texture and adds a lovely aroma.
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Making Scrambled Eggs: Step 1: Let’s make the soft scrambled eggs that will be part of your sandwich filling. Step 2: Crack 3 eggs into a bowl and whisk them well. Step 3: Pour the whisked eggs into a lightly greased non-stick pan over low heat. Stir continuously with chopsticks or a spatula to create soft scrambled eggs. The key is to cook them until they are just set and still moist.
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Step 4: Divide the prepared scrambled eggs in half. Set aside. Avoid overcooking, as they can become dry.
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Assembling the Sandwich: Step 1: It’s finally time to assemble your delicious sandwich! Step 2: Spread a generous amount of the prepared sauce onto one side of a toasted bread slice.
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Step 3: Add your sliced ham or chicken breast ham. Lightly grilling them beforehand will enhance their flavor. Regular ham works perfectly fine too!
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Step 4: Layer on some crisp greens for texture. Two lettuce leaves are a good start; use romaine or iceberg if available.
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Step 5: Place a slice of cheese on top of the greens. The cheese will melt slightly, adding to the deliciousness.
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Step 6: Add a generous portion of the soft scrambled eggs over the cheese.
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**Pro Tip: A drizzle of ketchup at this stage can add a wonderful tangy flavor! I personally found the sandwiches with ketchup to be even tastier.**
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Step 7: I suddenly remembered cucumber! Quickly slice half a cucumber thinly using a mandoline or knife and layer it onto the sandwich. The cucumber’s freshness cuts through richness and adds a refreshing crunch.
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Step 8: Finish by spreading a little more sauce on top. Step 9: Cover with the remaining slice of toasted bread, and your hearty sandwich is complete!
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Wrapping It Up: Step 1: Now it’s time to wrap your sandwich beautifully! Step 2: Since I didn’t have parchment paper, I used baking paper. Cut it to a size that can wrap the sandwich. Step 3: Carefully place the sandwich onto the paper and fold it neatly. Step 4: Slice the sandwich in half for easier eating and a nicer presentation.
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Serve on a plate and enjoy! Even though it’s homemade, it tastes just as good as any store-bought sandwich. Try making this simple, delicious sandwich using ingredients from your own kitchen!
