Sandwich facts for kids
A bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich
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A sandwich is a popular food item. It is made by putting different kinds of foods between two pieces of bread. These pieces of bread are often called slices.
People believe the sandwich was first made for the Earl of Sandwich. This is how it got its name. Many people like sandwiches because they are quick and easy to make. You can also eat a sandwich with one hand. This leaves your other hand free to do other things. Some people like to eat sandwiches with both hands.
In many countries, children often eat sandwiches for lunch at school. They put their sandwiches in a lunchbox. Often, the sandwiches are wrapped in cling film to keep them fresh.
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Different Kinds of Sandwiches
A sandwich can have more than one layer of filling and bread. Each layer of filling is called a "deck."
Single and Double Decker Sandwiches
- A single decker sandwich is the most common type. It has two slices of bread and one layer of filling.
- A double decker sandwich has three slices of bread with two layers of filling. It is called "double decker" because each layer of filling is like a deck, similar to a double decker bus. A Club sandwich is a famous double decker sandwich. It usually has chicken, bacon, and salad.
- A triple decker sandwich has four slices of bread with three layers of filling.
Open-Face Sandwiches
An open sandwich or open-face sandwich has only one slice of bread. The filling is placed on top of the bread. People often eat open sandwiches with a knife and fork. However, you can also pick them up and eat them by hand.
Toasted Sandwiches
A toasted sandwich is another type. It can be made with slices of toast instead of regular bread. Or, the whole sandwich can be toasted in an oven or a sandwich presser.
Sandwiches with Special Names
Sandwiches made with different types of bread often have unique names. For example, a panini is usually a sandwich on a small roll or loaf. It is pressed between two heavy, heated grill plates.
In different parts of the world, sandwiches can be called by many other names. Some examples include 'grinder', 'sub', 'hoagie', and 'wedge'.
Popular Sandwich Types
There are many different types of sandwiches around the world. Here are some examples:
- Regular Sandwich: Made with cold slices of bread.
- Toastie: Made with heated slices of bread.
- Burger: A filling, usually a meat patty, served in a breaded bun.
- Panini: Often made with Ciabatta bread and pressed.
- Baguette Sandwich: Uses a long loaf of bread called a Baguette.
- Wrap: Made with a soft Flatbread that is wrapped around the filling.
Common Sandwich Fillings
You can put many different types of food inside a sandwich. Some popular fillings include:
- Eggs
- Ham
- Ground beef
- Cheese
- Chicken
- Cucumber
- Ice cream (in an Ice cream sandwich)
- Toast (as a filling in a toast sandwich!)
Sandwiches in Pop Culture
Sandwiches often appear in movies, TV shows, and books.
- In the cartoon Scooby Doo, Scooby and Shaggy were famous for making huge sandwiches. They often had many layers and a great variety of fillings.
- The largest sandwich ever made was by Wild Woody's Chill and Grill in Roseville, Michigan. It weighed an amazing 5,440 pounds!
Images for kids
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Pre-packaged sandwiches
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Croque-monsieur, a French hot ham and cheese sandwich
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Jambon-beurre, a French ham baguette sandwich
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Porilainen, a Finnish burger-like sandwich
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A Philadelphia-style cheesesteak, a type of submarine sandwich
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Smoked meat sandwich
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French bread sandwich with fries
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Sandwich making
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Shawarma sandwich
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Doner sandwich
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An open sandwich with smoked horse meat in the Netherlands
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Sausage, egg and cheese sandwich
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Cross section of a sandwich
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See also
In Spanish: Sándwich para niños
