12 Sandwiches That’ll Make You Proud to Be an American

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When it comes to American comfort food, nothing beats a great sandwich. Each state and region has something unique, and this list brings together classics, oddballs, and local favorites that prove just how creative and delicious American sandwiches can be. Try them for yourself and see what makes this country such a sandwich powerhouse.

Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich

A close-up of an Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich with sliced turkey, melted cheese, avocado, roasted green chilies, and tomato on whole grain bread, resting on a wooden surface.
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Smoky turkey, melted cheese, and roasted green chiles come together in this New Mexico favorite. It’s the Southwest on a bun and has just enough kick to keep you hooked. Make it at home

Lobster Roll

Two lobster rolls filled with creamy lobster salad sit on a wooden cutting board next to a pile of potato chips, making this classic lobster roll meal perfect for seafood lovers.
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Maine’s gift to the world: sweet, tender lobster tossed in a light dressing and tucked into a buttery, toasted split-top roll. Get the recipe

Fried Bologna Sandwich

Fried Bologna Sandwich
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Don’t sleep on this Southern staple. Sliced bologna gets seared to a crisp, topped simply, and sandwiched for pure nostalgic goodness. Try it now

Detroit Coney Dog

A person holds a chili dog topped with chopped onions and mustard—an Easy Detroit Coney Dog Recipe—while another chili dog and scattered onions rest on a wooden surface.
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Detroit’s signature: a natural-casing hot dog covered in spicy beef chili, diced onions, and yellow mustard. See how it’s done

Beef on Weck

A beef on weck from the side, so you can see the entire sandwich.
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Buffalo, NY stacks rare roast beef on a kummelweck roll, finished with a punch of horseradish. Get the details

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

Nine Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders on a baking sheet, with one slider separated from the group. The buns are golden brown and slightly shiny, with savory filling visible around the edges.
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Mini but mighty, these sliders layer juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch on soft buns for the ultimate bite. Check it out

Runza

A white bowl filled with freshly baked golden brown runza bread rolls sits on a white cloth on a dark wooden table.
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Nebraska’s comfort food classic is a baked yeast dough pocket filled with seasoned beef and cabbage. Learn to make it

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

A Primanti Brothers Sandwich on thick white bread is filled with tomato slices, coleslaw, French fries, melted cheese, and grilled meat, all stacked high on a wooden cutting board.
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Pittsburgh’s sandwich legend comes piled with meat, melty cheese, fries, and slaw;right inside the bread. See more

Cudighi Sandwich

A toasted Cudighi Sandwich with melted cheese, sautéed green and red bell peppers, and tomato sauce sits on a wooden board. Bowls of tomato sauce and bell peppers are beside the sandwich.
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Upper Peninsula Michigan’s Italian sausage sandwich with peppers, onions, and red sauce. Find out why it’s special

Hot Brown Sandwich

Sliced smoked brisket sandwich with a charred edge, served alongside pickles, raw onion slices, two slices of white bread, and a small cup of barbecue sauce on a brown paper surface.
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Louisville, Kentucky’s decadent open-faced turkey sandwich with Mornay sauce, bacon, and tomatoes, then broiled to bubbly perfection. Get the recipe

Pepperoni Rolls

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West Virginia’s coal mining lunch: soft rolls baked with pepperoni tucked inside. Bake some up

Brisket Sandwich

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Nothing says Texas barbecue quite like thick-cut smoked brisket piled on a bun and topped with pickles. See it here

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