Lay shredded cheddar in two rectangles side by side in a parchment paper-lined pan, mimicking the size of a bread slice. Place 3-4 pickle slices side by side on top of the cheese. Sprinkle a little more cheese on top.

Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Check on it halfway through to ensure the pickles haven't slid around ? if so, gently scoot them back into place. They are done when edges are browned and crispy.

While they are baking, prep the grinder salad. Mix all the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Add in the shredded lettuce, red onion, and banana peppers. Mix well until the veggies are evenly coated.

Remove the cheese-crusted pickles from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes.

If desired, lay the layers of meat on a pan and broil for 1-2 minutes to warm through.

Assemble the sandwich by adding the meats on top of one pickle layer. Then, top with the grinder salad, add slices of tomatoes, and finish with the second pickle layer. Slice and enjoy!