18 Sandwiches Worthy of Being National Treasures
Some sandwiches are so iconic, they belong on postage stamps. Here are 18 that could represent the U.S. in any international flavor competition.
Primanti Brothers Sandwich
Pittsburgh’s ultimate stack: deli meat, cheese, fries, slaw, and tomato on thick Italian bread. Get the recipe
Cuban Sandwich
Miami’s pressed classic with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Get the recipe
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
Chicken, bacon, and creamy ranch;baked to golden, melty perfection. Get the recipe
Patty Melt
Beef, Swiss, onions, and rye. The diner classic, done right. Get the recipe
Pueblo Slopper
Colorado’s green chile-smothered burger;fork required, napkin necessary. Get the recipe
Grinder Sandwich
Connecticut’s Italian combo: cold cuts, veggies, and dressing in a crusty sub roll. Get the recipe
Sonoran Hot Dog
Arizona’s bacon-wrapped dog topped with beans, onions, tomato, and jalapeño sauce. Get the recipe
Hot Brown Sandwich
Turkey, bacon, and tomato, blanketed in cheesy sauce;Louisville’s decadent brunch staple. Get the recipe
Crab Melt
Maryland crab and cheddar, baked until bubbly. Seafood royalty. Get the recipe
Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
Texas comfort: fried steak with gravy, on a bun built to hold it all together. Get the recipe
Bison Burger
Wyoming’s lean, juicy burger, always cooked just right. Get the recipe
Muffuletta Sandwich
New Orleans flavor explosion: olive salad, cold cuts, cheese, all pressed together in round bread. Get the recipe
Brisket Sandwich
Texas smokehouse magic;slow-cooked brisket on a soft bun, always tender, always juicy. Get the recipe
Chicken Spiedie
Binghamton, NY’s marinated chicken cubes, grilled and served on soft Italian bread. Get the recipe
Pork Chop Sandwich
Montana’s roadside favorite: breaded, fried pork chop on a hamburger bun. Get the recipe
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Tennessee’s spicy fried chicken, pickles, and slaw on soft white bread. Get the recipe
Roast Pork Sandwich
Philadelphia’s other great sandwich;juicy roast pork, sharp provolone, and garlicky greens on a crusty roll. Get the recipe
St. Paul Sandwich
St. Louis does egg foo young on white bread, with lettuce, pickles, and mayo. Only here. Get the recipe
