Kevin Weeks, who runs Seriously Good, wrote a nice overview piece about sandwiches for NPR, The Art of Sandwich-Making. The SANDWICHLab (submit or read) used one of his recipes to make delicious grilled cheese.
A lot of the article is basic information, but he makes two good assertions. First, his definition of sandwiches, (which I disagree with):
“My definition is somewhat broader [than two slices of bread enclosing a filling]: A sandwich is a filling enclosed in bread or pastry that can be eaten by hand.”
Secondly, his respect for bread. Everyone describes what’s IN the sandwich while forgetting the bread. Thanks for the reminder on the importance of bread, Kevin!
“Wherever a sandwich is from, though, its foundation, its most important single element, is the bread. Great bread can elevate great ingredients to new heights. Bad bread can make even the finest fillings ho-hum.”
He also includes recipes for some under-the-radar sandwiches: Muffaletta, Cubano, Bahn Mi and Shwarma (in a pita).
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Word, my man! It’s bout time a fool recognized the sandwich. That’s real talk, son! Keep on keepin it real, my n*&%$. Peace. One.
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