Last week we started talking about the beauty of the sandwich. Today I’d like to continue that discussion by talking about the sandwich spread. Sandwich spreads are the glue for your sandwich. They are used to not only add a little moisture to your sandwich, but they are also added to your sandwich to help marry the ingredients in your filling with the bread that you have selected.
The simplest sandwich spreads are basic condiments. Mustard, mayonnaise and butter are all common sandwich spreads. You can use these spreads as they come in the jar, or you can jazz them up. When you add elements and ingredients to these condiments you create compound condiments. For example, you can add dill to butter to make a compound dill-butter. Experiment with your compounds and try to find interesting flavor combinations that work well with the ingredients of your sandwich.
Another sandwich spread that you can use are salad dressings. Salad dressings are best used on sandwiches made from drier or heartier breads. This is because they have a higher moisture content and require a heartier bread. Some of the best salad dressings you can use for your sandwiches include: Ranch (all varieties), Italian and special vinaigrettes. You will want to make sure you select a salad dressing that works with your sandwich ingredients, and that the dressing works as an accent and not the star player in your sandwich.
For recipes and ideas on sandwich spreads visit Delicious Days Blog. This blog was rated as a top blog in 2006 so you know the recipes and posts are quality. Have fun experimenting with your sandwich spreads.