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Toasted Chicken Sandwiches

Pickle relish sparks the flavor of the chicken salad in these grilled sandwiches shared by Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan. They are especially good with the easy cheese sauce.

6 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

1 cup cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 to 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, drained
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 bread slices, crusts removed
1 egg
2/3 cup milk
1 to 2 tablespoons butter
CHEESE SAUCE:
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1/3 cup milk

Directions

In a bowl, combine the chicken, celery, mayonnaise, relish, onion,
lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Spread over half of the
bread; top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg, milk
and remaining salt. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture.
In a large skillet or on a griddle, melt butter over medium heat;
grill sandwiches on both sides until golden brown.
Meanwhile, combine cheese sauce ingredients in saucepan; cook and

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Toasted Chicken Sandwiches (continued)

Directions (continued)

stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Serve as a dipping sauce
with sandwiches. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 432 calories, 24 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 95 mg cholesterol, 1,085 mg sodium, 32 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 21 g protein.

Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.