Category: Sandwiches

The Ultimate Savory-Sweet Bacon and Blue Cheese Panini with Hot Honey and Apple

The Ultimate Savory-Sweet Bacon and Blue Cheese Panini with Hot Honey and Apple

A crave‑worthy panini with crispy bacon, blue cheese, sweet apple, sautéed onions and hot honey — the ultimate savory‑sweet Sandwich Wednesday star.

Avocado Egg Salad Recipe, with NO Extra Fat!

Avocado Egg Salad Recipe, with NO Extra Fat!

A no-mayo twist on a classic, this creamy Avocado Egg Salad comes together with just a few ingredients. Made at Little House in the Rockies with limited provisions, it’s proof that simple, fresh flavors can still feel like a feast.

New Panini! Smoked Gouda, Ham and Prosciutto on Jalapeño-Cheese Bread

New Panini! Smoked Gouda, Ham and Prosciutto on Jalapeño-Cheese Bread

A Glover Gardens Sandwich Wednesday slam dunk: Smoked Gouda, Proscuitto and Ham Panini on jalapeño-Cheese Bread. Can you sing hallelujah?

The Simple Things: a Birthday at Home

The Simple Things: a Birthday at Home

While I love a party that’s all about me (like last year) or a splurge at a foodie-worthy restaurant (like most years), a stay-at-home, restful evening was just the ticket for this year’s birthday.

Sandwich Wednesday Throwback: Three Recent Grill-Meister Wins

Sandwich Wednesday Throwback: Three Recent Grill-Meister Wins

Reminiscing and recipes for three recent Sandwich Wednesday wins, and a look-ahead to next week’s request: the Tuna BLT Panini.

The Ultimate Panini Press Cookbook for Sandwich Wednesdays

The Ultimate Panini Press Cookbook for Sandwich Wednesdays

A lost and found cookbook yields an excellent panini for yet another Sandwich Wednesday at Glover Gardens.

Cookbook Collection: “Come On Over” is a Sandwich Wednesday FIND

Cookbook Collection: “Come On Over” is a Sandwich Wednesday FIND

The latest cookbook to yield Sandwich Wednesday benefits at Glover Gardens is from Jeff Mauro, called Come On Over.

We’re Not Crabby, We’re Happy!

We’re Not Crabby, We’re Happy!

Crabs caught just off our dock at Gumbo Cove were perfectly satisfying and reminiscent of my childhood at the beach in Gilchrist, TX.

What’s the Big Dill? All About Pickles

What’s the Big Dill? All About Pickles

Pickles! Whether they’re hot, sweet, spicy, bread-and-butter, gherkin, relish, big dills or tiny cornichons, the pickle pucker is something I appreciate.

Can the Grill-Meister Top Last Wednesday’s Sandwich, a Turkey Patty Melt Panini?

Can the Grill-Meister Top Last Wednesday’s Sandwich, a Turkey Patty Melt Panini?

Warming and hearty with deep, rich flavors, the Turkey Patty Melt Panini is perfect for a damp winter evening.

Shrimp and Avocado BLT, Another Sandwich Wednesday Home Run

Shrimp and Avocado BLT, Another Sandwich Wednesday Home Run

Once a recipe from a cookbook evolves this much from the original and becomes its own wonderful, unique thing, it’s time to document.

Leftover Steak Makes an Easy but Sophisticated Sandwich

Leftover Steak Makes an Easy but Sophisticated Sandwich

This sandwich is delightfully easy, with a very sophisticated taste. The crunch of the fresh cabbage and brightness of the mint are the perfect compliment to the juicy earthiness of the onions and steak.

Sandwich Wednesday, Bavarian Bistro Series #1 – Der Red Baron

Sandwich Wednesday, Bavarian Bistro Series #1 – Der Red Baron

Der Red Baron recipe: a triple decker of turkey breast, lean corned beef, Swiss cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing.

Sandwich Wednesday: The Grill-Meister’s Tuna Steak BLT Panini (the TBLT)

Sandwich Wednesday: The Grill-Meister’s Tuna Steak BLT Panini (the TBLT)

The TBLT is a grilled tuna steak nestled in a panini with the traditional BLT ingredients plus red onion and a spicy condiment.

Home Alone Comfort Food:  Scrambled Egg Sandwich

Home Alone Comfort Food: Scrambled Egg Sandwich

So over the last three weeks I had a long trip for work to Paris and then right away, a shorter trip for relaxation to Colorado (I know, I know, you’re not crying for me). After arriving home in Southeast Texas in the wee hours last…

Big Food for Good Times:  The U-Boat Sub

Big Food for Good Times: The U-Boat Sub

The U-Boat Sub is party food. Big bites for people with big appetites. Perfect for big games or big parties or just a bunch of hungry teenagers.

Canadian Bacon, Provolone and Mushroom Panini

Canadian Bacon, Provolone and Mushroom Panini

Paninis = quick and easy comfort food. This one has Canadian bacon, provolone and mushrooms.

Chipotle Chicken Salad

Chipotle Chicken Salad

Quick and easy Chipotle Chicken Salad is a great for a tailgate party while also being a foodie-worthy appetizer.

Creamy Jalapeño Dip, AKA Stephanie’s Green Dip – Great for Game Day

Creamy Jalapeño Dip, AKA Stephanie’s Green Dip – Great for Game Day

My colleague and friend Stephanie makes the most marvelous dip, and we pester her to bring a batch to us at least monthly.  It’s ‘formal’ name is Creamy Jalapeño Dip, but we mostly refer to it as Green Dip.  And sometimes, Crack Dip (because it’s addictive).…

Grilled Tuna Burgers for Two

Grilled Tuna Burgers for Two

We’re empty-nesters here at Glover Gardens, so I’m trying to pare down the amounts when I cook. It’s easier with some recipes than others. These delicious tuna burgers are simple to make for two, or four, or more. Just increase the recipe.