MISSION, KS -- (Marketwire) -- 11/15/12 -- (Family Features) Sandwiches are a delicious, easy and affordable way to enjoy a healthy meal any time of day. From satisfying meat-and-cheese combos, to sandwiches piled high with savory vegetables, to the many "PB and" combinations, the possibilities for outstanding sandwiches are limitless. But all the deliciousness starts with one key, wholesome ingredient -- bread.
The complex carbohydrates in bread provide lasting energy that busy adults and youngsters need on a daily basis. A big key to maximizing your energy and health is taking a look at how you fill your plate in a balanced way. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the USDA MyPlate program recommend eating six one-ounce servings of grain foods each day, half of which should come from whole grain sources.
To help you and your family get your "daily fix of six," the Grain Foods Foundation has partnered with celebrity chef and sandwich aficionado Bryan Voltaggio to create these sensational sandwiches. To find more great sandwich recipes, visit www.gowiththegrain.org or GoWithTheGrain on Facebook and Twitter.
The Pastrami ReubenMakes 6 sandwiches12 slices rye bread24 ounces sliced beef pastrami12 slices Muenster cheese, thin1 1/2 cups sauerkraut, prepared and drained1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing2 ounces butter, at room temperature
Lay out two slices of rye bread on a cutting board.
Top first piece of bread with one slice of Muenster cheese, then about 2 ounces of sauerkraut, 4 ounces (or roughly three to four thin slices) of pastrami, and a second slice of Muenster cheese. Set aside.
Spread second piece of bread with Thousand Island dressing, then place on top of the other half of the sandwich.
Brush top and bottom of sandwich with butter.
If you own an electric sandwich maker or Panini press, place sandwich inside for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes. If you don't have a sandwich press, simply place sandwich in a sauté pan on top of your stove, set at medium heat. Cook for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes on each side.
Remove sandwich and while still hot; cut in half and serve.
The Banana, PB and HoneyMakes 6 sandwiches12 slices enriched white bread6 bananas, sliced1 cup spiced peanut butter (see recipe)2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon cinnamon2 ounces butter, at room temperature
Lay out two slices of enriched white bread on a cutting board.
Spread both slices of bread with peanut butter. Set one aside.
Take one slice and top with sliced bananas, then drizzle with honey. Place the reserved slice of bread on top.
Brush top and bottom of sandwich with room temperature butter.
If you own an electric sandwich maker or Panini press, place sandwich inside for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes. If you do not have a sandwich press, place sandwich in a sauté pan on top of your stove, set at medium heat; and cook for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes on each side.
