🧀 Cheese Per Person Sandwich Calculator
Calculate exactly how much cheese you need for any number of sandwich servings
| Cheese Type | Per Sandwich | oz Per Person | g Per Person | Slices Per Lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar (Sliced) | 1–2 slices | 1.5 oz | 43 g | 16 slices |
| Swiss (Sliced) | 1–2 slices | 1.5 oz | 43 g | 16 slices |
| Provolone (Sliced) | 1–2 slices | 1.5 oz | 43 g | 16 slices |
| American (Sliced) | 1–2 slices | 1.0 oz | 28 g | 24 slices |
| Fresh Mozzarella | 2–3 slices | 2.0 oz | 57 g | — |
| Brie | 1–2 slices | 1.5 oz | 43 g | — |
| Gouda (Sliced) | 1–2 slices | 1.5 oz | 43 g | 16 slices |
| Shredded Cheese | 2–3 tbsp | 0.75 oz | 21 g | — |
| Package Size | Weight (oz) | Weight (g) | Sandwiches @ 1 oz | Sandwiches @ 1.5 oz | Sandwiches @ 2 oz |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small pack | 8 oz | 227 g | 8 | 5 | 4 |
| Standard (1 lb) | 16 oz | 454 g | 16 | 11 | 8 |
| Large pack | 24 oz | 680 g | 24 | 16 | 12 |
| 2 lb pack | 32 oz | 907 g | 32 | 21 | 16 |
| Deli block (5 lb) | 80 oz | 2268 g | 80 | 53 | 40 |
| Cheese Type | Calories | Protein | Fat | Calcium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheddar | 171 kcal | 10.5 g | 14.1 g | 307 mg |
| Swiss | 162 kcal | 12.1 g | 11.9 g | 335 mg |
| Provolone | 150 kcal | 10.8 g | 11.4 g | 285 mg |
| American | 132 kcal | 7.5 g | 10.8 g | 219 mg |
| Mozzarella | 120 kcal | 9.0 g | 9.0 g | 255 mg |
| Brie | 143 kcal | 8.8 g | 11.9 g | 133 mg |
| Gouda | 152 kcal | 10.7 g | 11.7 g | 299 mg |
| Ounces | Grams | Pounds | Approx. Slices |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 28 g | 0.06 lb | 1 thick / 1–2 thin |
| 4 oz | 113 g | 0.25 lb | 4–5 slices |
| 8 oz | 227 g | 0.5 lb | 8–10 slices |
| 16 oz | 454 g | 1 lb | 16–20 slices |
| 32 oz | 907 g | 2 lb | 32–40 slices |
| 48 oz | 1361 g | 3 lb | 48–60 slices |
In the heart of it sandwiches simply are what they sound: bread with cheese inside. Even so there is much more than only that. Varieties like cheddar, Red Leicester and Double Gloucester seem to be the main choices.
There is something typical British in the simple cold cheese sandwich. Sharp cheddar with good butter on good bread? That is everything what you need for something truly pleasant.
All About Cheese Sandwiches
When dealing with cold sandwiches, one wants cheese that keeps its form cuts well and gives rich taste. Cheddar works great, just like Swiss, provolone, Gouda and Havarti. From the British range, Wensleydale, Lancashire, Lincolnshire Poacher and Sage Derby are solid choices.
In the end, the best depends on what pleases you, and which textures with tastes attract your mouth.
Grilled cheese sandwiches follow totally other rules. Here you create one contrast: crisp, salted, buttery outside protects the melted, smooth cheese inside. Butter one side of every bread slice, then lay it butter side down on the pan.
With butter side down, then lay cheese on the unbuttered side up. Patience matters here; keep the heat low and cover with a lid, so taht steam helps the cheese melt evenly. When both sides become golden brown and the cheese fully flows through, it is ready.
For grilled cheese, white and red cheddar both work, together with American cheese (that surprisingly melts flat). Gruyère, Gouda and Emmental are also good choices. The processed American cheese deserves praise; it spreads the heat so well, that beginners often have more luck with it.
On the other hand, cheese like Muenster and Havarti certainly deserve a try. The bread matters more then one thinks. You will want something pretty strong, to last pressure during cooking, not something that falls apart when you press.
Mixing butter and mayo on the bread gives especially nice crust, and the whole process mostly lasts around ten minutes from start to finish. Panini presses surprisingly help, if you have one. The smooth side works better than the ridged, and make sure that it is preheated; cheese melts quickly, so the bread must crisp soon.
Italian versions usually mix three kinds of Italian meats with provolone on buttery toasted bread. Sourdough goes well with Havarti and mild cheddar. Some versions even include bits for sweet accent.
cheese with pickles on white bread stays truly classic. Mature cheddar with mixed pickles is hard to beat. Let the cheese warm to room temperature before, and cut it thin, for better results.
Add a bit of peppery greens or lettuce with a dash of good olive oil for shine. Around one ounce of cheese per sandwich hits the right amount. Serve it with tomato soup, andyou have something really special.
