Sandwich Study

Aside from spread, what are the other components of a sandwich?

Bread, (Spread), Filling

What are the 3 main types of sandwich spreads?

Butter, Mayonnaise, Vegetable Puree

Mayonnaise is created by whisking oil and vinegar into egg yolks creating a ________.

Emulsion

What are two TYPES of cold sandwiches (types, not examples)?

Finger Sandwiches Closed sandwiches

Bread provides the __________ of a sandwich.

Foundation

How many pieces should a triple decker sandwich be cut into?

Four (quarters)

What is a reuben sandwich?

Hot sandwich usually composed of corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and russian dressing, grilled between two slices of rye bread

What is focaccia?

Italian bread flavored with olive oil, sometimes chopped olives and onions.

What is the typical garnish for a hot sandwich?

Lettuce leaves, sliced vegetables.

What are two TYPES of hot sandwiches (types not examples)?

Open-faced Closed (Grilled or Fried)

What is one of the most popular open-faced sandwiches?

Pizza

How do you make a Monte Cristo sandwich?

Place filings inside bread, dip into egg batter, and deep fry or shallow fry. Usually served with a side of jam.

What is pita?

Round-shaped bread cut open to form a pocket.

How should a sandwich be cut for presentation?

Sandwiches should be cut into uniform shapes that add visual appeal; without pushing down on sandwiches; cut as close to serving time as possible. Cut on a diagonal to see all fillings/ingredients inside.

When making a grilled sandwich, why do you need to make sure the fillings are cooked?

Since the filings will only be heated when a sandwich is grilled, you need to be sure hot meat fillings are thoroughly cooked to prevent foodborne illness.

What item is often served as a combination with a half sandwich?

Soups or salads.

Why can't you prepare a salad sandwich in advance?

The vegetables could wilt and will not be very fresh.

Why is it important to not overload a wrap with fillings?

The wrap could fall apart, making it hard to eat.

What do a grinder, hoagie, hero, submarine, and po boy all have in common?

They are essentially the same sandwich, just named differently according to the region.

How must sandwiches be cut for presentation?

They must be cut on a diagonal so you can see all of the fillings/ingredients inside.

What type of sandwich contains three slices of bread?

Triple-decker

Why must you completely assemble a sandwich before grilling/frying it?

You are unable to add fillings or spread after you fry or grill the sandwich.

What are the functions of a spread in a sandwich?

Add flavor and moisture to filling, and creates a barrier from moisture that makes bread soggy.

What are the three functions of bread in a sandwich?

Adds to the product's flavor, texture, and appearance.

What are four things to keep in mind wgeb making hot open-faced sandwiches?

1.) Do not let gravy or sauce or melted cheese run on cold items on the plate. 2.) Do not over sauce items. 3.) Make sure sauce is not too thick and not too thin. 4.) Make a nest for lettuce for eleagent presentation.

What are three elements considered for composing a finger sandwich?

1.) Fancy 2.) Two-Bites 3.) Crusts Removed

What are four common accompaniments/garnishes for a sandwich?

1.) Pickles 2.) Olives 3.) Sliced Fruit 4.) Whole Veggies

What is an open-face sandwich?

A sandwich in which fillings and spread are added to the top of one or two pieces of bread, and is not closed together after the filling is put into place.

What is pesto?

A sauce of crushed basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

What is au jus?

A side of hot juices obtained from roasted meat, commonly used to dip a sandwich in.

What is a crepe?

A very small, thin pancake made with egg batter. It can be used in sweet or savory dishes.