The Sandwich Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bread & Spread
Protein & Cheese
Veggies & Crunch
Sauce & Seasoning
Optional Add-ons
Method
Bread & Spread
Toast and butter
Lightly toast both sourdough slices until golden but still slightly soft in the center (about 2–3 minutes in a toaster or 2 minutes per side in a skillet). Spread 1/2 tablespoon of room-temperature butter evenly across one side of each slice.
Aioli
On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread 2 teaspoons of garlic aioli (or mayonnaise). This will be the interior top of the sandwich.
Protein & Cheese
Layer the proteins and cheeses on the unbuttered side of the other toasted slice (the interior bottom): first place the 2 slices of sharp cheddar so they will contact the warm toast and begin to soften. Next add the 4 oz of roasted turkey in an even layer, then the 2 oz of honey ham, and finally the single slice of Swiss cheese on top. If you prefer melted cheese, place the assembled half (without the top) under a broiler or in a hot skillet for 30–60 seconds until the cheese just begins to melt—watch carefully.
Veggies & Crunch
On top of the cheese layer (or on the top slice if you prefer separation), arrange the lettuce leaves, tomato slices (pat dry so sandwich doesn't get soggy), cucumber slices, thin red onion rings, and 3 pickle slices. Place the tomato on top of the cheese to warm slightly and help the sandwich hold together.
Sauce & Seasoning
In a small bowl combine 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard (if using), 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until emulsified. Drizzle or thinly spread about half of this vinaigrette across the tomato and cucumbers to season, reserving the remainder to serve or add to additional sandwiches.
Assembly & Finish
Cut the sandwich on the diagonal with a sharp knife (wipe blade between cuts for a clean slice). Serve immediately with any remaining vinaigrette on the side and extra pickles or chips if desired.