Hearty Everyday Stacked Sandwich

Ingredients

• 12 slicesSlices of your favorite bread (rye, whole wheat, or sourdough)
• 0.5 cupMayonnaise
• 0.3 cupDijon Mustard
• 12 slicesDeli Turkey
• 12 slicesDeli Ham
• 8 slicesProvolone Cheese
• 8 slicesCheddar Cheese
• 8 large leavesGreen Leaf Lettuce
• 2 medium, slicedTomatoes
• 0.5 small, thinly slicedRed Onion
• 0.3 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack Pepper
• 0.5 cupDill Pickle Slices (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Spread and Vegetables: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard; mix well until smooth. Wash and thoroughly dry the lettuce leaves. Slice the tomatoes and red onion into thin, even rounds.

   ⏱ 3 min
2. 2

   Toast Bread (Optional): If desired for extra texture and flavor, lightly toast the bread slices. This can be done in a toaster, under a broiler, or in a dry pan.

   ⏱ 2 min
3. 3

   Assemble the First Layer: Lay out four slices of bread on a clean work surface. Spread a thin, even layer of the mayo-mustard mixture on each slice. Top with 2 slices of deli turkey, 1 slice of provolone cheese, and a few green leaf lettuce leaves.

   ⏱ 2 min
4. 4

   Add the Middle Layer: Place a second slice of bread on top of the first layer of each sandwich. Spread another thin layer of the mayo-mustard mixture. Arrange 2 slices of deli ham, 1 slice of cheddar cheese, a few tomato slices, and a couple of red onion slices on top.

   ⏱ 3 min
5. 5

   Complete and Stack: Place the third and final slice of bread on top of each second layer, ensuring all layers are aligned. Season lightly with salt and black pepper. For stability, you can secure each stacked sandwich with one or two toothpicks.

   ⏱ 1 min
6. 6

   Cut and Serve: Carefully slice each hearty stacked sandwich in half, either diagonally for a classic presentation or straight down. Serve immediately with dill pickle slices on the side, if using.

   ⏱ 1 min