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This sandwich cracks me up every time I put one together. I always picture Uncle Joe bragging that he dreamed it up after coming home from a late Yankees game. Honestly, towers of deli meat like this were probably around before Joe was born, but in our family, it's still his claim to fame.
Not long ago, my nephew powered through a pair of these sandwiches while spilling all the drama from his first day in high school. The best chats always seem to happen with a stacked sandwich in hand.
Epic Ingredients
- Mayo: the classic full-fat version, not the skinny stuff. Save that for something else
- Deli meats (four kinds): trust me, go for variety
- Lettuce (shredded): make sure it's still crisp, nobody likes wilty lettuce
- Russian dressing: jarred is totally fine, nobody's judging
- White bread: plain, soft, nothing complicated
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How To Pile It High
- Let it sit:
- Seriously, be patient. After stacking it up, let it chill about half an hour so it doesn't fall apart. If you cut too soon, you'll have a deli disaster on your hands (I've done this... it's a mess).
- Stacking meats comes next:
- I start with salami (it packs the punch), then roast beef (meaty and bold), turkey (keeps things light), then ham (brings it home). Pop a bit of lettuce in between every layer. Each layer gets a crunchy boost.
- Kicking things off:
- Grab your bread and slather mayo on both sides. My grandma swore it acts like a raincoat, and you know what? She was right. Keeps the bread from turning into mush.
I once got fancy with some rustic sourdough. Regretted it immediately. Sticking with plain white bread is the move – it just does the job perfectly.
Best Timing
Make these a little ahead, but not too much. Soggy lettuce is nobody’s favorite.
Ways To Serve
Turn them into triangles if you want to be fun, squares if you’re practical. Definitely add pickle spears on the side. Because pickles just work.
Tweak It
If you like, toss in some cheese. Need some zing? Toss in banana peppers. My kid crams potato chips inside, which is strange but somehow works.
Stay Fresh
If you need to save it, wrap your sandwich up tight in some plastic. Keeps just fine in the fridge overnight – though around here, it never makes it that long.
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Funny thing – I’ve lost count how many of these I’ve made, but it still makes me happy to see that big first bite and those wide eyes. There’s just something awesome about a sandwich done right, isn’t there?
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I prepare this in advance?
- Totally, it’s ideal for chilling and eating later.
- → How do I prevent sogginess?
- Put a lettuce layer between the bread and meats.
- → Are other meats okay to use?
- Absolutely! Add whatever deli cuts you prefer.
- → How long can I save it?
- It’s best fresh but lasts up to 24 hours in the fridge.
- → Can this work for gluten-free diets?
- Sure, swap in gluten-free bread or use lettuce wraps.