One famous sandwich built on a classic foundation of freshly toasted sliced white bread is the club. The club sandwich of the mid-1900s may invoke visions of ladies in white hats and white gloves meeting for lunch. Today's club, however, reflects the diversity of American tastes and culture. New versions of the club are piled high with ingredients such as hummus, alfalfa sprouts, grilled portabello mushrooms and avocado spreads, and further the trend toward casual indulgences enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. With trendy ingredients and flavor-bursting spices, it's easy to turn your ordinary sandwich into something extraordinary.
Sandwiches can be nutrition powerhouses.
Registered dietitian Judi Adams says the nutritional benefit of bread is another reason to enjoy sandwiches of all types. Besides helping you work your way to the daily six to 11 servings of grain foods recommended by the Food Guide Pyramid, bread provides folic acid and other essential vitamins and minerals. The trick is to lighten up on toppings and fillings. The good news is that's relatively easy to do. Spread reduced-fat cream cheese on a slice of bread and top evenly with sliced strawberries, diced dried apricots and pecan bits.