Submarine Sandwiches

Submarine sandwiches are the closest thing to a meal between two pieces of bread or on a bun. They are so popular, that everyone has no doubt been to at least one restaurant that serves them exclusively.

Submarine Sandwiches - Where Do You Get Yours?

• Subway
• Mr. Hero's
• Quizno's
• Jimmy John's
• Blimpie
• Firehouse Subs
• Lenny's Sub Shop
• Penn Station

You can easily make a meal out of one of their sandwiches. We've been to several of these restaurants and can honestly say that Subway was our favorite. We just started eating at Jimmy John's because that's our son's favorite. And we had a few favorite sandwiches there as well.

Get your favorite bread, (I love ciabatta), torpedo roll, or hoagie bun. Get your favorite cheese, and spreads – mayonnaise, mustard, oil, vinegar, and sauce. Don't forget the lettuce, tomatoes, peppers (hot, sweet, or mild), and onions. Whatever you desire!

Now all you need is a chopping board, a knife, and of course your appetite!

Steps to Make Your Own Sub Sandwich

1. Prepare the Bread: Slice the submarine roll or baguette horizontally, but not all the way through. Leave a hinge to help hold everything together. (Of course, some come already sliced. If that's the case, go on to step 2)
2. Add Condiments: Spread your chosen condiments on the inside of the bread. Common choices include mayonnaise and mustard. You can also drizzle a little oil and vinegar for added flavor.
3. Layer the Meats: Start by layering your preferred meats along the length of the bread. (There are many plant-based and vegan versions available, as well). Fold or overlap them to ensure even coverage along the length of your roll.
4. Add the Cheese: Place the cheese slices on top of the meats. If you like your cheese melted, you can lightly toast the sandwich at this stage. (Again, there are many plant-based cheeses available - we love Miyoko's cheeses the best).
5. Pile on the Veggies: Add the lettuce, tomato slices, and onion slices. Feel free to get creative with additional toppings like pickles, olives, banana peppers, or jalapeños.
6. Seasoning: Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top of the veggies if desired.
7. Close and Press: Close the sandwich and gently press it down to help meld the ingredients together.
8. Slice and Serve: And if the sandwich is too large, you can cut it into smaller portions for easier handling. (I like my sandwiches whole, while my husband likes his cut in half). To each his (or her, or their) own.

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Do you love watching how it's done? There are so many videos out there, however, we like this one -- a video by the BBQ Pit Boys making a Classic Sub Sandwich.

How to Grill a 1930's Style Sub Sandwich

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I bet your little ones probably enjoy submarine sandwiches as well so, here's one for the kids (made by a young person).

Mini Sub Sandwich

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Benefits of Making Your Own

Creating your own submarine sandwich offers a myriad of benefits:

1. Customization:

Tailor your sandwich to you and your families' specific tastes and dietary needs by selecting exactly what you want and how much of it you need.

2. Freshness:

Buy the freshest ingredients available. This will ensure the highest quality and best flavor. We love getting produce straight from our local farmers market during the summer.

3. Health Control:

Monitor what goes into your sandwich, from the type of bread to the fillings. This allows you to make healthier choices and avoid unwanted additives when possible.

4. Cost-Effective:

Save money by preparing sandwiches at home. You can buy ingredients in bulk to make several sandwiches instead of spending the same amount for just one.

5. Creativity:

You can experiment with different combinations of meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments. No doubt you will begin to develop new favorite recipes based on your family's likes.

6. Allergy Management:

Avoid allergens and cross-contamination by controlling the ingredients you purchase, as well as during the preparation process. This is especially true when you need have family members with gluten, dairy, or other allergies.

7. Satisfaction:

I always enjoy the accomplishment and satisfaction of creating a delicious meal for myself and my family. I'm sure you will feel the same when you all sit down to eat your submarine sandwiches at a shared meal.

Building your own submarine sandwich can definitely be a fun and rewarding experience! Especially when you include your whole family in the process!

Check out, this site for instructions to make a submarine, sub, hoagie, or hero, sandwich, just the way you like. (Link opens in a new window.)

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