Jul 14 2026
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The Cardiac Sam Recipe

Inspired by KC's Rib Shack
Time30m
Serves2

Pulled chicken, pulled pork, bacon, cheese, roasted red peppers, lettuce with garlic & herb mayo

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Garlic & Herb Mayo

    In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of dried herbs (such as dill or parsley). Stir until well combined. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into smaller pieces.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On a large sandwich roll or bun, layer 1 cup of pulled chicken, 1 cup of pulled pork, crumbled bacon, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 1 cup of roasted red peppers, and 2 cups of lettuce.

  4. 4

    Add the Sauce

    Spread a generous amount of the garlic & herb mayo on the top half of the sandwich roll before placing it on top of the assembled ingredients.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the Cardiac Sam sandwich immediately, cut in half if desired, and enjoy!

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