Easy Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

Egg Salad Sandwich? Who hasn't had themselves an egg salad sandwich sometime in their life? The thing about this recipe is that the sandwiches is that they can be really bad or really good. You've probably had a terrible one before (think about those ones they sell in triangles containers at gas stations) and some really good ones too (think about the ones your mom made when you're small). This version is a really classic, easy recipe, and it's the same kind that most people make.

 

 

Here's what you need!

• 4 Hard-Boiled Eggs (cool them, peel them and then chop them up!)
• 1/4 Cup Mayonnaise or Light Mayo
• 2 tablespoons celery (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons onion (any kind, finely chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard
• Salt and Pepper to taste
  
• Any bread of your choice, white toast works great!
  

Here's what to do!

• Take your chopped egg, celery and onion and put them in a bowl...be gentle, you don't wanna mash up the yolks.
• Grab another bowl and mix together the mayo, lemon juice and mustard.
• Add the eggs, celery and onion to the bowl with the mayo.
• Mix to combine.
• Sneak a taste.
• Add salt and pepper to your liking!

Throw some plastic wrap over the bowl and let your egg salad kick it in the fridge for about an hour. Egg salad taste wayyyyy better when it's cold, and actually tastes kind of gross when it's warm...so just be patient and make sure you do this.

Snag your bread and get ready any vegetables you want on your sandwich if you like some crunch. Some iceberg lettuce would be a good choice or some thinly sliced cucumber.  Grab that egg salad and throw on as much as you like. You can toast the bread or not, both will taste awesome with the egg salad. And, if you are trying to get down with that low carb, you can just make a simple salad  lettuce and tomatoes and use the egg for your protein.

Easy Toasted Macaroni and Cheese Sandwich

This is a different way to eat your macaroni and cheese and if you like carbs you're gonna think it's awesome because you get to double up on carbs for this sandwich - toasty bread with a layer of mustard and filled with creamy macaroni and cheese. There are a ton of different types of cheese sandwich recipes out there and this has to be one of the more unique ones. Making this is a good way to use up any leftover macaroni and cheese. If you don't have any left over you can easily just whip up a packet of KRAFT Easy Mac which you can make in the microwave. You can easily put together two sandwiches with one packet. 

Here's what you need:

• 2 slices bread (Wonder bread is great for this!)
• 3/4 macaroni and cheese (extra points if you fry it in some butter before hand)
• yellow mustard

Here's what to do:

1. Toast your bread (it's pretty important to get a good toast on it cause you don't want soft bread with soft mac, it'll be mushy)
2. Spread a thin layer of mustard on both pieces of toast
3. Pile on the macaroni and cheese on one of the pieces of bread and spread it out evenly
4. Stack the other piece of bread on, mustard side down
5. Give it a good squish
6. BAM! A starchy, cheesy, carb-loaded meal, perfect for a glass of milk and your favorite T.V. show

Chicken Bacon Club Sandwich

The club sandwich recipe is definitely a classic. It's called a club sandwich because it is very popular  at resorts and country clubs. Today you can find the sandwich at many restaurants and they are also popular at hotels. It's origins can be traced back and found on U.S. menus from 1899 or even earlier, so people have been enjoying this sandwich for a over a century. It can also be called a clubhouse sandwich and a double-decker type, made with three slices of bread and two layers of fillings. The club sandwich is believed to be invented by line cook Danny Mears in the late 19th century at an exclusive gambling club in Saratoga Springs, New York. Traditionally the bottom layer of the club has turkey and the top layer of filling is bacon lettuce and tomato, and cheese is sometimes also added as well. To make a chicken bacon club recipe, follow this advice and you'll have a great sandwich!
 

 

Here's what you need:

• 3 slices white bread, toasted and buttered
• 3 oz. chicken breast, sliced thinly
  
• 2 pieces of bacon, cooked
• 2 slices of tomato
• lettuce leaves
  
• mayonnaise or salad dressing
• sliced pickles
• 4 toothpicks

Here's what to do:

1. Take one slice of toast and spread the chicken out on the buttered side
2. Take another slice of toast and lay it buttered side down on top of the chicken
3. Spread your mayonnaise or salad dressing on the dry side of toast
4. Lay out lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes and bacon slices
5. Use the final slice of toast and cover the sandwich, buttered side down
6. Take the four toothpicks and pin the sandwich in a diamond pattern all the way to the bottom
   
7. Cut the sandwich into quarters
8. Serve with fries, chips or dill pickles

Poor Man's Sandwich

Ok this is one of the more strange sandwich recipes you'll see around. The poor man's sandwich combines peanut butter with some ingredients you definitely wouldn't expect: mayonnaise, onions and pickles. This is called the poor man's sandwich because obviously all these ingredients are pretty inexpensive and you could probably rustle them up easily from your own kitchen.

Here's what you need:

• 2 tablespoon peanut butter
• 2 slices wheat bread
• thinly sliced pickles
• thinly sliced onion 
• 1 teaspoon onion
• Adjust the amount of ingredients to your liking. If you love pickles...add a lot. Can't stand the bite of onion...just leave them out.
  

Here's what to do:

1. Smear the peanut butter on one piece of bread
2. Take your thinly sliced onion and put a layer on top of the peanut butter
3. Toss some pickles on top to your liking
4. Spread the mayonnaise on the other slice of toast
5. Place them together and eat!
   

If you have the guts to try this freaky sandwich, it's pretty good. Even though the ingredients are way out there, they somehow go good together. There's a little sweet and sour chemistry goin' on with the pickles and peanut butter. And even if you don't like it you'll at least get some good laughs when people figure out what the hell you are eating.

Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

Peanut butter and banana sandwiches are a perfect choice for packing in your lunch box. They're great for vegetarians and will stay good throughout the morning unlike some other sandwiches that can get nasty by sitting around for a few hours. Yep, so it's perfect for making a handful if you are going to have a picnic or spend a long day at an amusement park and don't want to fork out lots of cash at the restaurants. And it's really simple too! You only need three ingredients to make it and it's super easy and only takes a few minutes tops.

Here's what you need:

• 1/2 ripe banana sliced into thin circles
  
• 2 slices white bread
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons breakfast cereal (frosted flakes, cinnamon toast crunch, etc.)
  

Here's what to do:

1. Toast your bread, if you like it toasty.
2. Spread the peanut butter on both slices of bread
3. On one slice of bread, spread the thinly sliced bananas
4. Sprinkle your breakfast cereal on the other slice, for a little crunch of course.
5. Put them together!

Good stuff. Now you have a yummy peanut butter and banana sandwich that's ready to eat right now or pack up for later. And don't forget to down it with a glass of milk or soy milk it just makes it that much better.

Nutrition:

• 400 calories
• 40 grams carbohydrates
  
• 20 grams fat
• 14 grams protein
  

Chicken Salad Sandwich

A chicken salad sandwich is a delicious treat that you can customize with any number of flavors. The benefits to making your own chicken salad are that it's very simple, tastes very fresh and you can control the ingredients that go in. Unlike the chicken salad you buy in the store, this one has only all natural ingredients. Chicken salad is perfect for a lunch time treat or with some crackers at a buffet.

 

Chicken salad as we know it in the U.S. originally became popular in the 1950s. It's usually made with leftover or canned chicken and usually also some chopped fruits and vegetables. Everything is served together as a creamy spread that's held together with a fat-based binder, like mayonnaise or salad dressing.
 

What Ingredients Do I Need?

You can start with this base and then dress it up however you want:

• 2 cups cold, cooked shredded chicken. You can cook your own at home, use leftover chicken, buy a rotisserie chicken or even use canned chicken breast.
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped green onion
• 3/4 mayonnaise
• salt and pepper to taste

Simply combine all the ingredients together and mix well!
 

Now you can to customize your chicken salad to suit your cravings however you like:

• Cut grapes in half and toss them in for some sweetness and a little extra crunch
• Add chopped hard boiled eggs for extra protein
• Dried cranberries can add a little zing
• Herbs like tarragon and oregano add lots of unique flavor and little calories
• A pinch of curry powder can make it spicy and exotic
• Diced bell peppers (any color) add crunch and freshness
  

Those are only a faction of the things you can do to upgrade your chicken salad. The possibilities are limitless...whatever you are craving or happen to have in the fridge you can just chop it up into little bite size pieces and throw it in. It's a perfect way to sneak in some of that produce hangin' out in your fridge if you don't know what to do with it.
 

How Should I Eat It?

Definitely the most popular way to consume your chicken salad is in a sandwich. This kind of sandwich can be good on any kind of bread from simple white or wheat toast to a buttery croissant. If you have some crackers on hand you'll find yourself snacking on crackers and chicken salad, which can be especially tempting if you're watching some TV. Another great way to enjoy your chicken salad is by eating it with...more salad! You can make your favorite salad a complete meal by adding a scoop on chicken salad on top. If you'd like to serve your chicken salad at a buffet or for a group try serving it on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a hollowed out tomato or bell pepper.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

How To Make The Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Learning how to make perfect and delicious grilled cheese sandwiches will be a breeze after reading this article. To make the best grilled cheese sandwich it really comes down to two basic requirements. The best grilled cheeses are crunchy and golden brown on the outside with gooey, melted cheese on the inside. For a simple version, you only need three ingredients: bread, butter and cheese. Stick some cheese between two slices of buttered bread and grill it up! Now I will discuss how to make the simple, no-frills kind of grilled cheese you remember from your childhood.

What Kind of Bread Should I Use?

You should plain old white sandwich bread! Yes, just like the Wonder Bread that you've been eating Ham & Cheese and Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches on since forever. This bread is great for grilled cheese because it is airy and has lots of those tiny holes to absorb the butter. This will help to make the outside of the sandwich really crunchy and the inside soft and chewy.

 

How About the Cheese?

Processed American Cheese is made for this sandwich! It's square shape matches up perfectly with the bread. Also, when this kind get really melty and makes for most gooey interior you can imagine.

 

Do I Have to Use Butter? 

What about margarine? Olive oil? Non-fat cooking spray? Dude, it's your sandwich! You can make it anyway you want. I will say though that after making a ton of grilled cheese sandwiches, salted butter makes the best grilled cheese. It's tasty, a little bit salty and makes the best crust on the outside of the bread - very crunchy and perfectly golden brown.

Now that we have those three ingredients ready, how should you cook the sandwich? Even though it's a called a grilled cheese sandwich, using an actually grill won't give you best results. That will come from a perfectly flat surface, so think about a flat-bottomed frying pan or electric griddle. The bigger the surface is, the better. This is because you can grill both pieces of bread at the same time, and this will give you more even results.

 

Now follow these steps!

1) Heat up your pan/griddle. You're gonna want it at medium-low heat, closer to low actually. This will cook the outside of the sandwich slowly and give enough time for the cheese inside to melt. If you use high heat, the outside is gonna cook way too fast and by the time the cheese is melted the outside will be scorched.

 

2) Butter the bread before cooking. You don't want to melt butter in the pan and then throw the bread in. Believe me, it works much better. I like to melt the butter and brush it on with a clean cooking brush. You only have to butter one side of each slice. As far as the amount of butter you use, just use a moderate amount all over the bread. Try not to miss any spots, this will result in even cooking and an even golden crust. Keep in mind that if you use too little butter and you won't get a crunchy, golden brown crust...too much and the sandwich will come out greasy and soggy.

 

3) After you've brushed on the butter, stick however much cheese you want in between the two slices of bread, with the buttered sides facing outside. Now stick it in the pan. You want to cook it slowly over low heat for a long time. No exact cooking times here, just take a fork and lift up the bottom to peek at the progress every now and then. Don't be shy and check often to make sure you get the crust exactly as you like it.

*If you're pan is big enough, you can cook both pieces of bread at the same time and this will ensure perfect even cooking. I like to make them this way. Just throw both pieces butter side down on the griddle. When they are finished (it should be at the same time), just arrange them together cheese sides facing each other and press the top with a spatula.

 

4) When you're satisfied with the bottom half, flip and cook the other side to golden brown deliciousness.

 

5) You're done! Let it rest a little because the inside will be hot and you don't want to burn yourself on the first bite. Pair up with a bowl of tomato soup...that's some serious comfort food people.

 

Easy right? Just remember, the two most important points to take away from this best grilled cheese sandwich recipe are 1) that you want to butter the bread before cooking. You don't want to melt butter in the pan, swirl it around and then add the bread. This won't work nearly as well. And 2) the key to cooking the grilled cheese is low and slow. Even though it takes more time and the aroma of the sandwich will have you tempted, just show some patience because the finished product will be that much better. Thank you for reading about how to make the best grilled cheese sandwich, now get cooking!