Description
Coffin Sandwiches are a nostalgic culinary experience wrapped in layers of flavor, combining smoked meats, creamy cheeses, and tangy spreads, all baked to a crispy perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (preferably white or whole wheat)
- 1 pound of thinly sliced meats (ham, turkey, or roast beef)
- 8 ounces of cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup of melted butter
- 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Optional extras (pickles, spinach, or olives)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the bread by slicing it in half horizontally.
- Spread a generous layer of Dijon mustard on the bottom half of the bread.
- Layer your choice of meats evenly over the mustard-slathered bread.
- Sprinkle an even layer of cheese on top of the meat.
- Add any optional extras as desired.
- Place the top half of the bread on the sandwich and press down gently.
- Brush the top with melted butter mixed with garlic powder.
- Wrap the sandwich in aluminum foil, leaving it a bit loose.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and unwrap, letting cool for a minute before serving.
Notes
Feel free to get creative with the ingredients and add your personal twist. You can also make these sandwiches ahead of time and store them in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coffin Sandwiches, comfort food, baked sandwiches, family recipe