Ploughman’s Lunch
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English
Lunch
A Ploughman’s lunch is a true celebration of simple British fare - rustic, hearty, and full of flavour. This classic spread brings together thick slices of ham and mature Cheddar, with bread and crisp, fresh accompaniments, all perfectly paired with a generous serving of rich, tangy Tiptree Ploughman’s Plum Chutney. Made with plums, apples, sultanas and warming spices, the chutney adds a deep, savoury sweetness that complements the cheese and meat. This traditional plate is perfect for a relaxed lunch, a picnic in the sunshine, or a laid-back pub-style meal at home.
Ingredients
- 2 slices of rustic wholemeal bread
- Butter, softened, for spreading
- 3 slices of thick-cut ham
- 3 thick slices of extra mature Cheddar cheese
- A small wedge of Stilton cheese
- 1 small pork pie, cut into wedges
- Half an eating apple, cored and cut into wedges
- A sprig of vine tomatoes
- 2 celery sticks, trimmed
- 6 small cornichons
- 2 slices of cucumber
- 2 large pickled onions
- 2 tbsp Tiptree Ploughman’s Plum Chutney
Directions
- Lightly butter the slices of wholemeal bread and arrange them on a large plate or board.
- Place the slices of ham on the plate alongside wedges of pork pie. Add the extra mature Cheddar and Stilton, spacing them around the plate.
- Add the apple, tomatoes, celery, cornichons and cucumber to the plate.
- Scatter the pickled onions around the plate and add the Tiptree Ploughman’s Plum Chutney in a small dish or directly onto the plate.
- Serve immediately with the buttered wholemeal bread, allowing everyone to build their perfect bite of cheese, ham, pickles and chutney.
Ploughman's Lunch
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