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Ever since John Montagu, the Earl of Sandwich, put two slices of bread around a piece of meat in order to continue on at the gaming tables, sandwiches have become popular in our diet. Because of the versatility, convenience and the endless possibilities of ways to make them, sandwiches have found their way into lunch boxes, fast food, breakfasts and many types of restaurants. To take you back long ago, the Jewish people during the Passover feast ritual still follow the custom of eating a sandwich made of two pieces of matzoooh (unleavened bread) containing mohror (bitter herbs) and haroseth (chopped apple and nuts) to resemble the mortar of the Egyptians as a reminder of Hebrew suffering before the deliverance from Egypt. This is a way of proof that sandwiches are as old as bread and cheese.

So it's about sandwiches with a bit more ingredients in the two pieces of bread than just cheese!

Let's start with this sandwich that can be made for breakfast or lunch or even a light supper.

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ANYTIME BISCUIT

SANDWICHES

1 (16.3 oz.) can Grands! refrigerated bisquits (Pillsbury brand suggested)

8 slices bacon, halved

1 T. margarine or butter

1/4 c. diced green pepper

1/4 c. diced onion

8 eggs, beaten (can use 6 whole eggs and 4 egg white)

8 slices American cheese

Prepare biscuits and bacon as directed on packages. Melt margarine in medium skillet. Add pepper and onion; cook and stir until tender. Pour eggs into skillet; cook over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. Split biscuits; fill each with egg, cheese and bacon

Makes 8 sandwiches

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PINEAPPLE CHICKEN SANDWICH

8 toasted English muffins halves (four muffins)

1 - small can crushed pineapple

2 c. cooked, chopped chicken

3 oz. cream cheese, softened

2 T. snipped parsley

salt to taste

1/4 c. sliced almonds

1 T. butter

Drain can of pineapple, save syrup. Combine all ingredients except muffins & butter. Mix in 2-3 T. of pineapple syrup. Butter muffins and spread chicken salad generously on English muffins for a light, enjoyable meal.

Makes 4 or 8 servings.

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HOT HAM AND CHEESE BUNS

6 hamburger or hot dog buns, split

Combine: 1-1/2 c. diced or coarsely ground ham

2 cooked eggs, chopped

1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

1/2 c. chili sauce

1/3 c. diced onion

1/4 c. chopped stuffed green olives

2 T. mayonnaise

Mix all ingredients, except buns, of course. Fill buns; wrap in foil. Place on baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.

Makes 6 servings

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And another kind of chicken sandwich.

COUNTRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

2 c. diced cooked chicken, diced small

1 celery rib, diced small

2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

1 small cucumber, diced small

1/3 s. mayo or salad dressing

1/4 t. salt (or less if you prefer)

1/8 t. dry mustard

1/8 t. white pepper (can use black pepper if you wish)

Shredded lettuce leaves

Bread or pita bread

In a bowl, combine first eight ingredients, mixing well Spread slices of bread or pita bread with mayo or salad dressing. Serve between 2 slices white or whole grain bread or in pita bread.

Makes 4-6 servings.

Note: Serve with fresh fruit and iced tea or lemonade. Also, chill salad for 1-2 hours before making sandwiches.

TFD: How beautiful a day can be when kindness touches it.

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