Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

Picholine's Note:

After years of experimentation, I have finally come upon the best tasting (and healthiest) way to satisfy a PB&J craving AND keep my kids healthy. Don't leave out the secret ingredient or it won't be the same. I guessimating the measurements so feel free to adjust to your taste.

• Total Time: 3 mins
• Prep Time: 3 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 sandwich

• 2 slices whole wheat bread (preferably soft)
• 1 teaspoon butter , the secret ingredient (I use Smart Balance)
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter (I use organic smooth)
• 2 teaspoons strawberry jam (I use Trader Joe's low sugar)

Directions:

1. Spread a half teaspoon of butter on each slice of bread.
2. Spread one slice with peanut butter.
3. Swirl jam into peanut butter.
4. Cover with other slice of bread.
5. Devour with a glass of milk!

Reviews

[ChefDLH]

Ok. I was skeptical about butter on my PB & J but it turned out nicely. The salt in the butter makes the flavors of the peanut butter and jelly stand out. Our family was always an equal amt peanut butter and jelly group but this sandwich which had more peanut butter was delicious. I measured it out as described with the only change being I used grape jelly because that is our preference. Lovely take on an old favorite! Thanks for posting. Enjoy. ChefDLH

[BecR]

This is the way I make my PB & jelly sammies, too! Only, I prefer my ww bread slightly toasted (and warm)--yum!;-)

[loverania]

My grandmother also made these for me when I was a preschooler and she babysat me, only mine were always open faced. I always requested them by asking for "bread, BUTTER, peanut butter and jelly". I just wanted to make sure she didn't leave out the best part. Thanks for sharing!