12 Sandwiches That Families Still Swear By
Family meals are about food that brings everyone to the table without much fuss. These twelve sandwiches have stood the test of time, passed through kitchens, school lunches, and weeknight dinners that families still swear by.
Turkey Reuben
A lighter twist on the Reuben, this sandwich uses turkey instead of corned beef. Families keep it in rotation for the balance of tangy sauerkraut, cheese, and thousand island dressing.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
Hot from the oven and easy to share, these sliders combine chicken, bacon, and ranch in a package that disappears fast at family gatherings.
Sloppy Joe
Sloppy Joes are the go-to on busy nights. A skillet, ground beef, sauce, and buns make a meal that still shows up on family menus across the country.
Tuna Salad Sandwich
Made from pantry staples, tuna salad sandwiches are lunchbox legends. They’re simple, quick, and reliable enough that families keep them in the rotation.
Patty Melt
A cross between a burger and a grilled cheese, the patty melt is diner-style comfort that works at home too. Families lean on it when they want something familiar and hearty.
Tomato Sandwich
Fresh tomatoes on white bread with mayo is a Southern staple that’s stood the test of time. Families keep it alive every summer when the tomatoes ripen on the vine.
French Dip
Beef dipped in jus makes the French Dip a family favorite for weeknights and Sunday dinners alike. It’s interactive, fun, and built for sharing.
Fried Chicken Biscuit
Biscuits and fried chicken together make a sandwich families across the South continue to swear by. It’s comfort food that never leaves the table.
Loose Meat Sandwich
Iowa’s loose meat sandwich is quick, filling, and flexible. It’s a recipe that shows up in family cookbooks because it works for both lunch and dinner.
Fluffernutter
Peanut butter and marshmallow fluff between bread has been a sweet staple for generations. It’s fun for kids, nostalgic for parents, and families still love it.
Chicken Spiedie
Binghamton’s marinated chicken sandwich became a family cookout tradition. Grilled skewers of chicken slipped into bread have a way of gathering everyone around.
Grinder Sandwich
In Connecticut, the grinder is the all-purpose family sandwich. Packed with meats, cheese, and vegetables, it’s built for sharing and still holds its place at the table.