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50 Sandwich Recipes That Are Chock Full of Flavor

Updated on February 15, 2024

We're layering all our favorite ingredients between bread for better brown-bag lunches and simple dinners.

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Our Best Sandwich Ideas

Whether you break out your bread machine and make a loaf of homemade bread or simply tuck your favorite fillings between store-bought slices, there’s no beating the simplicity and satisfaction of a great sandwich. Gooey grilled cheese sandwiches for dinner, no-cook options for brown-bagging it, epic hoagies for Game Day snacking, dainty versions for tea parties—dare we say, the humble sandwich is the perfect bite for any occasion. It should come as no surprise then, that we’ve got more than a few good ideas for building one. You’ll want to try all the recipes in this roundup but there’s no beating this simple, caprese-inspired take. We give the classic combo of tomatoes and mozzarella extra heft by layering in both ham and salami. We toast the bread for a nice crunch but this sandwich would work just as well on untoasted slices.

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Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

This vegetarian riff on a classic chicken salad sandwich is both satisfying and loaded with flavor, thanks to the tangy lemon juice, stone-ground mustard and fresh herbs. We added a sprinkle of roasted pepitas and a handful of hearty baby kale for texture and crunch. Serve on toasted whole wheat bread or with vegetables and crackers for a wholesome meal.

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Classic Club Sandwich

The club sandwich is a classic for a reason. Because it's a double-decker — it requires three pieces of toasted white bread — invest in frill picks or cocktail swords to hold the layers together.
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Croque Madame Sandwich

Alex Guarnaschelli prepares this French ham-and-cheese sandwich the traditional way, with a rich Gruyère and bechamel sauce. After broiling the sandwiches, she tops each with a fried egg.  
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