Sandwiches were named in 1762 after John Montague, the Fourth Earl of Sandwich. Since he did not want to leave the gambling table for anything, especially not for a meal, he ordered his valet to bring him
a portion of meat between two pieces of bread to sop up the grease. The handy treat quickly caught on and a new craze was born. Sandwiches were first introduced in America in 1840, when a recipe appeared in a popular cookbook for a ham
and cheese combination with butter and optional mustard. The 1900s saw the dish that started as a royal treat turn into a humble lunch staple that was enjoyed by factory workers and school children alike.
Nowadays, sandwiches can contain a few simple ingredients or be turned into elaborate concoctions filled with a number of scrumptious components. Hot chicken sandwiches can be served with gravy or barbeque sauce to make a warm lunch or filling dinner.
A slice of chicken can be served on plain white bread with a layer of mayonnaise, or chicken can be rolled with fresh, crisp vegetables and a tangy sauce in a sun-dried or wheat wrap. There are many sauces or condiments that complement the undemanding
flavor of chicken, bread selections are nearly endless, and just about any vegetable can be added to the mix with success. The flexibility of chicken and its wide appeal make it a favorite for sandwich lovers everywhere. |
