Summer Sausage and Cheese Lunch Platter with Cashews
Ingredients:
- 1 summer sausage (approx. 14 oz) – $6.44
- 8 oz cheese (choose your favorite variety) – $3.68
- 1 box of crackers (approx. 11 oz) – $4.98
- Cashews (as desired for a side)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Slice the summer sausage into thin rounds.
- Cut the cheese into bite-sized cubes or slices.
- Place the crackers in a container or baggie for easy transport.
- Portion out some cashews into small snack-sized bags for each day.
- Assembling the Lunch Platter:
- Arrange the sliced summer sausage and cheese on a plate or in a lunch container.
- Add a handful of cashews to each portion or have them in a separate container.
- Packaging:
- Place the assembled lunch platter in a lunch container with a lid, making sure to separate any moist items like the cashews to prevent soggy crackers.
- Storage:
- Store the lunch containers in the refrigerator until ready to take to work each day.
- Enjoying Your Lunch:
- When it’s time for lunch at work, simply grab your prepared lunch container and enjoy your delicious summer sausage and cheese platter with crackers and cashews!
Notes:
- With careful portioning, this lunch recipe should provide enough servings for the entire work week.
- Feel free to mix and match the cheese and crackers for variety throughout the week.
- You’ll have leftover crackers and cheese for the following week, making this a budget-friendly and convenient option for work lunches
