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From classic sliced bread to pittas and paninis, bagels and baps, the sandwich has come a long way since the Earl of Sandwich ordered his manservant to bring him some cold meat between two pieces of bread. Try one of these exciting sandwich recipes for lunch, brunch or a tasty snack.
The sandwich is a staple of the British diet and something of an institution. Dating back to 1762 the sandwich was named after the 4th Earl of Sandwich after he ordered his manservant to bring him some sliced cold beef between two pieces of toasted bread.
In Britain we eat around 11.5 billion sandwiches each year and the classic chicken salad remains the nation’s favourite. So whether you prefer it rustic and chunky, or with the crusts cut off, oozing with filling or neat and petite, everyone has a favourite sandwich. Why not try some of delicious. magazine’s favourite sandwich recipes.
Classic
Like your sandwiches the old fashioned way, then try these classic sandwich recipes.
Keep lunch simple with this delicious club sandwich.
Happy (UK) Bank Holiday! A small barbecue is all you need to make a stonking supper of barbecue pepper steak sandwiches.
In these cash-strapped times, why not bring a home-made lunch to work?
This croque-madame recipe is made with sourdough, Parma ham and Gruyère - a sophisticated take on a French classic.
Bored with burgers? Then give this delicious and juicy open-topped steak sandwich recipe a try.
This is more than just a glorified sandwich, this is a quick, simple, supper that ticks all the boxes.
Bagels, baps and wraps
A sandwich need not be confined to sliced bread. Why not try a bagel, bap or wrap.
Canned tuna (we recommend dolphin-friendly) is usually mixed with mayo when it’s used as a sandwich filling, but we use healthy guacamole.
The 1970's classic is a big hit with kids - see if your little ones love this prawn cocktail rolls recipe as much as you did.
These fresh and delicious lemon, artichoke and feta wraps are perfect for vegetarians.
Houmous and carrot bap is as simple as a recipe can be but it's also nutritious and tasty. An easy, fresh and crunchy vegetarian snack.
Make the basic lemon and butter beans wraps and get the kids to assemble their own wraps from a selection of fillings.
This chicken recipe is ideal for freezing; just make and freeze the sauce then defrost to make fabulous wraps that are perfect for a picnic or lunch.
These wraps take 20 minutes to make and provide a quick and tasty midweek meal
Pittas and paninis
Give your lunch box a Mediterranean flavour and get your fill with a pitta or panini.
A quick toasted Italian sandwich recipe.
This is a light, yet hearty, meal that is great at lunchtime.
These hot dogs make a great barbecue meal but can also be cooked on a grill if it's raining.
These spicy pork meatballs in pittas are perfect finger food and they can also be frozen.
A quick and easy lamb recipe – this supper beats the takeaway version hands down.
Pastrami and salad go into this easy sandwich for children or adults.
Toasted
Hot and toasty. Ideally with melted cheese!
This has to be one of the best sarnies ever – a glorious mix of pesto, cheese, tomatoes and ham.
This clever recipe gives a stylish and contemporary twist to the classic French croque monsieur sandwich.
A smoked fish spin on croque monsieur. Don’t use a toasted sandwich maker even if you have one.
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