Thanks to Jeff Mauro, we k**w that mealy tomatoes are a definite ** when it comes to making sandwiches, but we're hungry to learn more. While repping BLACK+DECKER and George Foreman, the Food Network's "Sandwich King" took the time to tell POPSUGAR exactly what five Sandwiches he thinks every American needs to k**w how to make. This professional Sandwich builder k**ws his cold cuts. Even if you're **t looking to complicate your Sandwich building too much, Jeff's tips and ingredient suggestions are bound to inspire you the next time you're busting out that loaf of bread.
A proper club sandwich: According to Jeff, sliced challah bread, Kewpie Mayonnaise, and honey-roasted turkey can turn the flavor of a Sandwich around. If you're wanting to get even fancier, try his club sandwich recipe which features pancetta bacon and a sun-dried tomato pesto.
A patty melt: Like a grilled cheese but with a burger patty stuffed inside, Jeff likes to Sandwich his chuck-brisket patty with rye bread, slathered with 18,000 Island Dressing, a mayo-ketchup-Sriracha-Dijon blend.
A classic American grilled cheese: White bread, American cheese, and butter. That's it! The trick to getting the cheese to melt is to put a metal bowl over the top of the Sandwich as it cooks, so the steam heats the Sandwich throughout.
An Italian sub: Shredded iceberg lettuce, tomato, mozzarella, and Italian cold cuts are stuffed between a hoagie roll and seasoned with tangy Italian dressing. Make it homemade with just a few pantry staples. Once you do, you'll wonder why you've bothered with the bottled stuff.
Roast beef & cheddar: Ask for superfresh roast beef, sliced From the center, and thick-cut cheddar when you're at the deli. Those two ingredients will go a long way when it's time to assemble. Jeff adds a horseradish sauce and fried onions to the mix to send it over the edge of deliciousness.