The Ultimate Sandwich Guide 

As the school year kicks off, sandwiches become a go-to solution for busy families. They're quick to assemble, endlessly customizable, and easy to pack, making them ideal for school lunches that kids love. Plus, with a variety of ingredients at your fingertips, you can create wholesome, balanced meals that are both satisfying and nutritious.

When dinnertime rolls around, sandwiches save the day again. They offer a quick, fuss-free option for busy weeknights, allowing you to put together a delicious meal in minutes. Whether you're feeding a picky eater or an entire family, sandwiches are the ultimate convenience food that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or nutrition. Find all the ingredients for the perfect sandwich at your local Brookshire Brothers or shop online HERE! 

Step 1: Pick your Fresh Harvest Bread

• French Bread: Crusty on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for hearty sandwiches like French dips.
• Bolillos: A popular Mexican roll, crisp on the outside and soft inside, often used for tortas.
• White Loaf Bread: Soft and classic, great for simple sandwiches.
• Light Rye Bread: Ideal for hearty sandwiches, especially with deli meats.
• Hoagies: A long, soft roll that's perfect for sub sandwiches. It has a slight chew and holds up well to generous fillings.
• San Francisco Sour Dough: Tangy and chewy, perfect for gourmet sandwiches.

Step 2: Condiments

• Food Club Mayonnaise: Classic and creamy.
• Food Club Mustard: Yellow, Dijon, or Honey
• Pesto: Adds a herby, rich flavor.
• Hot Sauce: For those who like a bit of heat.

Step 4: Pick your Protein 

• Deli Meats: Turkey, ham, roast beef, or salami
• Grilled Chicken: A lean and versatile choice.
• Food Club Tuna or Chicken Salad: Filling and healthy
• Fresh Harvest Eggs: Hard-boiled or scrambled for breakfast sandwiches.
• Plant-Based Proteins: Tofu, tempeh, or chickpea salad for a vegan twist.

Step 3: Pick your Cheese

• Food Club Sliced Cheddar: Sharp and classic.
• Food Club Sliced Swiss: Mild and slightly nutty.
• Provolone: Smooth and versatile.
• Food Club Mozzarella: Soft and melty.
• Culinary Tours Goat Cheese: Tangy and creamy, great for gourmet sandwiches.

Step 5: Pick your Vegetables & Greens 

• Lettuce: Romaine, iceberg, or arugula.
• Tomatoes: Sliced for juiciness
• Cucumbers: Crisp and refreshing.
• Avocado: Creamy and nutritious.
• Onions: Red, white, or caramelized for extra flavor.
• Pickles: A sour, crunchy addition to your sandwich

Step 6: Assemble

Here are a few ideas on how to assemble your sandwich. 

• Avocado and Egg: Smashed avocado, poached egg, and hot sauce on sourdough.
• Breakfast Torta: Scrambled eggs, chorizo, refried beans, queso fresco, and avocado on a toasted bolillo.
• Classic Club: Layers of turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted white bread, stacked high and cut into quarters.
• Philly Cheesesteak: Thinly sliced steak, onions, peppers, and melted cheese on a hoagie roll.
• Grilled Cheese & Tomato: Sharp cheddar and sliced tomatoes grilled between two slices of buttered sourdough.
• Italian Hoagie: Layers of salami, ham, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, and Italian dressing on a hoagie roll.
• Turkey Reuben: Turkey, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing, grilled on light rye bread.
• Tuna Melt: Tuna salad with melted cheddar and sliced tomatoes, grilled on white bread until golden and crispy.
• Carnitas Torta: Slow-cooked pork carnitas, guacamole, lettuce, pickled onions, and salsa on a bolillo. 
• The possibilities are endless!

Find all the ingredients for the perfect sandwich at your local Brookshire Brothers or shop online HERE!