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Superfast Sandwiches

July 13, 2009
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They're portable, easy to make, good for any time of day, and these recipes all take 20 minutes or less.
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Tuna, Avocado, and Pickled Onion Sandwich

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View Recipe: Tuna, Avocado, and Pickled Onion Sandwich

This sandwich is all about healthy fats, with omega-3 fatty acids in the tuna and monounsaturated fat in the avocado. The first boosts brain function; the second is great for heart health. Tuna and avocado also happen to taste delicious together, along with pickled onion, roasted almonds, and briny, pea-green Castelvetrano olives. You’ll want a sturdy loaf of sourdough to support the filling; be sure to buy from the bakery section of the supermarket.

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Egg-in-a-Nest BLT Sandwiches

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These toasty handfuls may just be the ultimate combo in the world of sandwiches. The recipe combines some of our favorite things: It's a delicious mash-up of egg-in-a-hole, avocado toast, and a classic BLT.

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Turkey Sliders with Crunchy Green Apple Slaw

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Sliders make any burger night more fun, especially since you get double the creamy, crunchy slaw. Look for ground turkey rather than ground turkey breast—the former has a bit more fat and flavor from dark meat while still keeping a lean profile.

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Blackened Grouper Sandwiches With Rémoulade

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Firm white fish like grouper, tilapia, and mahi mahi are perfect for crusty sandwiches because they won't fall apart after cooking.

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BBQ Shrimp Toasts

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Shrimps tossed in spicy vinegar BBQ sauce are a super-savory toast topping that makes a great lunch or light dinner. Pair these flavorful open-faced sandwiches with the Haricots Verts with Cherry Tomatoes and Mushrooms for a colorful and complete plate.

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Waffle Iron Turkey Melt Panini

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This playful turkey melt's abundant crisp crevices and gooey interior will have the whole family wondering, "What can we waffle next?"

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Chicken Cordon Bleu

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For extra-crispy sandwiches, weigh them down in the pan by placing a heavy skillet on top while they sizzle.

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Pork Sliders With Smashed Avocado

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For smaller sandwiches like these, we prefer to smash the avocado into a spread before assembling so that no slippery slices are lost on the journey from plate to mouth.

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Tarragon Chicken Salad Sandwiches

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Fresh tarragon infuses this picnic-perfect chicken salad with lovely anise notes. However, feel free to separate part of the salad into a bowl before adding the tarragon for a couple of kid-friendlier servings.

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Grilled Margherita Sandwiches

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This quick five-ingredient entrée transforms a favorite pizza combo into a melty grilled sandwich. To thinly slice fresh mozzarella with ease, freeze the cheese for about 30 minutes before cutting.

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Summer Veggie Sandwich

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Scooping out part of the bread in this simple version of pan bagnat allows for more tasty fillings and acts as a hull to collect flavorful tomato juices. Make breadcrumbs with scooped-out bread.

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Roast Beef, Broccoli Rabe, and Provolone Sandwiches

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Transform deli roast beef from a mundane lunch staple to a dinner-worthy entrée with the addition of this garlicky broccoli rabe sauté.

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Cuban Pork Sliders

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As with traditional Cuban sandwiches, pressing these sliders as they cook yields a thin and crisp bite.

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Tomato and Prosciutto Sandwiches with Pea Pesto

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Toast the leftover torn bread from the baguette for breadcrumbs (which you can freeze), or add to soup for a slightly thicker soup.

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Barbecue Pulled Chicken Sliders

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Didn't think pulled chicken was possible in less than 20 minutes? You'll become a believer once you try your first bite of this delicious sweet and savory sandwich. For a less sweet option, use sliced dill pickles.

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    1 of 15 Tuna, Avocado, and Pickled Onion Sandwich
    2 of 15 Egg-in-a-Nest BLT Sandwiches
    3 of 15 Turkey Sliders with Crunchy Green Apple Slaw
    4 of 15 Blackened Grouper Sandwiches With Rémoulade
    5 of 15 BBQ Shrimp Toasts
    6 of 15 Waffle Iron Turkey Melt Panini
    7 of 15 Chicken Cordon Bleu
    8 of 15 Pork Sliders With Smashed Avocado
    9 of 15 Tarragon Chicken Salad Sandwiches
    10 of 15 Grilled Margherita Sandwiches
    11 of 15 Summer Veggie Sandwich
    12 of 15 Roast Beef, Broccoli Rabe, and Provolone Sandwiches
    13 of 15 Cuban Pork Sliders
    14 of 15 Tomato and Prosciutto Sandwiches with Pea Pesto
    15 of 15 Barbecue Pulled Chicken Sliders

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