Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Windmill & Bar 51Daily Soup & Sandwich Special Recipe

Daily Soup & Sandwich Special Recipe

Time30m
Serves1

half sandwich of the day served with a bowl of homemade soup

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Ingredients

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Sandwich Ingredients

Soup Ingredients

Method

Sandwich Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bread

    Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

  2. 2

    Add Fillings

    Layer the turkey, cheese, lettuce, and tomato slices on top of the mayonnaise on one slice of bread. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Complete the Sandwich

    Top with the other slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, and press gently to secure the sandwich.

  4. 4

    Cut the Sandwich

    Cut the sandwich in half diagonally and set aside.

Soup Directions

  1. 5

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 6

    Add Garlic

    Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 7

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the vegetable broth, add the bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 8

    Simmer the Soup

    Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 9

    Finish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaf, stir in fresh parsley, and serve the soup hot in a bowl alongside the sandwich.

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