ML’s Summer Sandwiches

My mother, Mimi, used to make the best little sandwiches when I was growing up. Daddy would come home in the evening, they would have a cocktail, and mama would often make these little snacky sandwiches.

She cut a piece of white bread into forths, spread a little Duke’s mayonnaise, then a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, topped with one half piece of bacon. They were like mini pizzas. The smell of the onion and bacon I will never forget!

Another memory of “summer sandwiches” was on a visit to exclusive Carmel-by-the-sea. I duplicate the avocado and Swiss cheese sandwich often, with several variations including my own summer sandwich.

So many food memories as each season passes. I am delighted my Facebook friends are experimenting and creating their own summer sandwich memories! I make them meatless most of the time, and even Big Daddy doesn’t notice.

Here are the basics starting with the bottom layer of bread!

BREAD

Slice of Italian

pumpernickel

rye

CONDIMENT

mayonnaise

mustard- spicy, Gray  Poupon

avocado mashed

The next few layers are according to taste.

Pick one or more!

Sliced tomato

Cucumber

Eggplant

Thin sliced onion, Vidalia or purple

Herbs- basil leaves, mint leaves, chopped oregano, thyme, chives, or a combination of your favorites

Cheese- sharp Cheddar, Swiss, Havarti, provolone

After building your Summer Sandwich, you could eat it cold or place under broiler until the cheese is bubbly.

I finish the sandwich off with a drizzle of Balsamic vinegar!

 

Thank you Mimi for your inspiration!

xo

ML