If you have been around this blog for any length of time than you are aware of my love for sandwiches – or what I like to call Entree Sandwiches. Anyone that says a sandwich can’t be a whole dinner – isn’t make them right. I am not talking about a slice of bologna and cheese on plain white bread. I am talking about a fantastic bread – usually toasted – loaded up with prepared meats, homemade sauces, delicious cheeses, and a variety of veggies to make it a whole meal. I have pulled together some of my favorite – and most popular – Sandwich recipes so you can decide which ones you are adding to your menu plan for the next several weeks!
One very important kitchen tool to have for successful entree sandwiches is a toaster. While you don’t need to for all of these sandwich recipes – you will want it for most of them. One quick tip – get a toaster with extra wide slots that allows you to put two slices of bread into one slot. This allows you to toast the outside and keep the inside soft. For sandwiches that are not extra “wet” (more sauce), this gives for a great mouth feel and just that extra enjoyment. Another important thing to have on hand – because it gives you that feeling of getting sandwich from the deli – wax paper wraps. You can get all sorts of fun ones and a few different sizes. The 12×12 ones are usually plenty.
And without further adieu – here are 15 Sandwich Recipes from the blog!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Meatball Sub – When I say these are the most tender meatballs – I really mean it. Ground chicken isn’t always known for being tender, but the addition of the cheese gives it just enough fat to keep it juicy. This recipe for Chicken Bacon Ranch Meatball Subs is going to knock your socks off. All of those favorite flavors of cheese, bacon, and ranch layered together for a fun play on the classic meatball sub.
Pork Bahn Mi – A delicious lemongrass marinated pork sandwich loaded up with a crunchy daikon slaw and spicy mayo
BLATO Sandwich – Not that I have anything against a plain old diner classic – but I have taken the diner BLT to the next level with this magnificent sandwich. This BLATO sandwich takes the bacon lettuce tomato up a notch by adding in some avocado and caramelized onions. And you can thank me later!
Crispy Shrimp Rolls – When you want to have a little bit of fun and little bit of indulgence with your dinner – shrimp is always a good idea, especially when it is crispy. This is also a great weekend dinner to enjoy in the backyard once summer hits. These Crispy Shrimp Rolls will have the whole family chowing down with delight.
Rueben Club Sandwich – Taking two classic meal sandwiches and making them into one delicious sandwich. This Rueben Club Sandwich uses the structure of a Club sandwich along with the various ways to serve a Rueben sandwich. Pastrami and corned beef are so very delicious along with the quick marinated red onions, quick kraut, and fresh Russian dressing – this recipe is full of flavor.
Turkey Bacon Grinder – Being able to make a great sandwich that is a full meal deal, in not just good for summer months (because little kitchen heat) but also great for busy weeknights. Other than the bacon (which you could make ahead of time for the whole week ahead), this can be ready pretty fast. These Turkey Bacon Grinders are a flavor packed filling sandwich that make for a great dinner.
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich – Buffalo chicken is usually associated with fried chicken wings – but some times you want to make a whole meal out of it. That’s where this crispy chicken tenders covered in buffalo sauce and a homemade blue cheese dressing comes into play. This Buffalo Chicken Sandwich is going to knock your socks off. Loaded up with lettuce, tomato and bacon (because why not) on a crusty roll, this sandwich really is a full meal deal.
Blackstone Pastrami Melt – Who doesn’t love a good ol’ grilled cheese sandwich? But it doesn’t always fly as a full on dinner – so why not jazz it up a bit, maybe make it a little more grown up and add in some delicious flavors like pastrami and everything seasoning. This Blackstone Pastrami Melt is the perfect quick dinner (or lunch). It is a classic comfort food that works great any day of the week.
Pizza Grilled Cheese – Who doesn’t love a grilled cheese sandwich? I mean at any age, they are just so good. More and more people are getting extra creative with their grilled cheese creations and they are popping up on restaurant menus everywhere. So I decided to get on this trend and make a Pizza Grilled Cheese! It came out so tasty. Pepperoni, Italian sausage and bacon with cheddar AND mozzarella cheese!
Steakhouse Sandwich – We are true carnivores and love a good steak sandwich. When it comes to steak sandwiches, I think it’s all about the marinade used for the steak as well as the sauce put on the bread. In this recipe for a Steakhouse Sandwich, I am giving you both a marinade and a sauce that will definitely check both boxes!
Kicked-up Patty Melt – Who doesn’t love a good Patty Melt? They are so hearty and just feel like home – or that greasy spoon diner we all love to go to after a night out! For this particular patty melt I went with a loose meat style – mixing the mushrooms, onions and jalapenos all in with the meat! This Kicked-up Patty Melt is simple but oh so delicious!
Roast Beef Club – Sometimes you just really want a nice big hearty sandwich! You want it layered up with lots of flavors that play off each other to create the perfect bite with every single bite. There are several different ways to make a great sandwich and this one is my version for a delicious Roast Beef Club
Fried Pork Sandwich – I didn’t even realize this was a thing outside of stone ground mustard. It was so super easy to make, it’s almost funny. But then I had to sort out how to use them. I have lots of ideas. But the first one I wanted to get to was this – Fried Pork Sandwich. It’s a breaded and crispy fried pork chop with marinated onions, cabbage, carrots and a special sauce all on a nice crispy baguette.
Drunken Steak Sando – Sometimes you just really need a great sandwich for dinner. Whether its a hot or cold sandwich – there is just something so comforting about sandwiches. And of course they always taste better when someone else makes them, right? This Drunken Steak Sando is a deliciously marinated flank stead topped with simple ingredients on a crusty baguette. You are gonna be shocked by how much flavor you get out of this marinade.
Chicken Parm Sandwich – Chicken Parmesan is a classic Italian meal, usually served with some buttered pasta. But you all know how much I like to play with classic dishes and make into something a little more fun. That’s where the idea for a Chicken Parm Sandwich came about – the family loves my chicken parm, which I usually serve with pasta. So why not turn it into two hands and five napkins kind of sandwich!
Hope you enjoyed my selections of Sandwich Recipe– do you have a favorite? Which one will you be trying first?
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I love a sandwich dinner! What a great selection and they all look great!.
You’ve made making a sandwich a science! I love avocado BLT’s. They’re my favorite sandwich.
Oh wow! These are sandwiches on a whole new level! I cook toasted sandwiches in our George Foreman grill which is brilliant. I need to try some of these, my mouth is watering just looking at them!
All of these sandwiches look incredibly delicious. Especially the buffalo chicken sandwich. I love those! I also make pizza grilled cheese for myself often. Thank you for sharing! (here from 726th Inspire me Tuesday).
My mouth is watering now and it’s nearly lunchtime! Yay, thanks for all the inspiring recipes.
These all look so good! We often eat sandwiches for dinner once a week and I’m always on the hunt for new ones to try.
They all look so good! But that BLATO Sandwich has to be my favourite!
Thanks so much for the inspiration. #MMBC
I love a good sandwich!! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – have a fabulous week!
Thanks Estelle, I always get inspiration from your posts, and all these awesome sandwiches have me drooling