What lies between the bread? It’s a vital question for the sandwich fanatic, because not all sandwiches are created equal. Some just have that special something, that little “zhuzh” that lifts it above the average PBJ or basic ham sandwich. Usually, that starts with high-quality cheeses, freshly roasted meats and veggies, pickled stuff, and a […]
Perhaps Oprah says it best, as she shills endlessly for Weight Watchers: “I. Love. Bread.” Oprah, truer words were never spoken. We hear you. We are with you. Carb watchers be damned, because bread is where it’s at. Especially when two thick, crusty slices of it surround gooey cheese, braised meats, crispy bacon and aioli […]
If there’s one thing we know, it’s that there’s no such thing as too much pie.
This sandwich is similar to one at the Carnegie Deli in New York. I love serving these with matzo ball or chicken and rice soup. Grilled Carnegie Sandwich Serves 4 8 slices rye bread (1/2-inch thick slices) 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 3/4 cup deli mustard 8 ounces thinly sliced pastrami 3 kosher dill pickles, thinly sliced 4 slices […]
I took some liberties in combining elements from a sandwich I’d enjoyed at a local restaurant and a delicious meal served by a friend to come up with this recipe that comes together in less than 30 minutes, fridge to table. I’m a fan of ahi tuna and my daughter is not so I made […]
I have always loved grilled cheese sandwiches. My mother used to make the American cheese kind, but with whole wheat bread. Cognitive dissonance, I know. Now that I’m an adult, I can and do make them with better ingredients. Real cheddar cheese, bacon and apple on white sandwich bread from Heavenly Hearth. Mozzarella, pesto, […]
Grill these tasty Cuban sandwiches at the picnic. Assemble them at home—even a day ahead—then keep them cold until ready to heat up. Serves: 4 Total time: 40 minutes. 30 minutes to assemble,10 minutes to grill. Complete the menu: Corn, Black Bean and Red Pepper Salad; lemon ice for dessert Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (** […]
Most families have a hell day. Each kid is going in a different direction, and dinner isn’t going to be a sit-down meal…unless everyone’s willing to eat late and tolerate cranky kids. But if you pack a cooler with these appetizer-inspired sandwiches, dinner can be enjoyed on the sidelines (call it a tailgate picnic) while […]
