Loaded Pilchard Mayo Toasties

Ingredients:

For the Pilchard Mayo:

1 can Lucky Star pilchards in Sweet Chilli Sauce

3-4 tbsp mayonnaise

For the Pilchard Mayo Toasties:

4 slices ciabatta or bread of choice

4 tbsp butter, softened

4 slices mozzarella cheese

4 slices cheddar cheese

Pilchard mayo

4 large gherkins, sliced thinly lengthwise (into ribbons)

Serving suggestion:

Simple green side salad

Serves 2

Method:

For the Pilchard Mayo:

1. Remove only the pilchards from the tins, remove and discard the bones using a fork (this is an optional step – as it is totally safe to eat the bones) and place into a shallow bowl.

2. Add the mayonnaise to the pilchards and mix well, but gently to keep some nice chunks.

For the Pilchard Mayo Toasties:

1. Generously spread both sides of the ciabatta slices with butter.

2. Add two cheddar cheese to slices onto the bottom 2 slices of bread, top with the pilchard mayo mixture, the gherkin slices and another 2 mozzarella cheese slices. Finish off each sandwich with another slice of ciabatta.

3. Warm a large non-stick pan and add the sandwiches to toast, 3-5 minutes a side.

4. When crisp and golden on the outside & the cheese is melted on the inside, they are ready.

5. Serve with a simple green salad and enjoy!!