Personally, I think sandwiches are a work of genius, and if I were ever to invent a time machine, one of the first things I would do is to travel back to the eighteenth century and give the Earl of Sandwich a big smooch.
But seeing as there are only a few days left to Christmas, a.k.a biggest stuff your face-athon of the year (catchy, I know), I thought I would be really generous, and, in the festive spirit of giving, give you the best sandwich-related advice I have: BUY THIS SANDWICH. It's from Tesco so it's easy enough to come by.
Comprised of succulent slices of British beef, a richly tart caramelised onion chutney, Stilton mayonnaise and a rocket salad, all between two pieces of soft wholemeal bread, this is the best embodiment of winter in a sandwich I have ever come across (yes, even more so than all those turkey and cranberry numbers. Generic, if you ask me...)
So what is it that makes this sarnie so beautiful? I think the answer is threefold; firstly, they have chosen their ingredients carefully and sourced them well, making a truly winning combination in every bite. Secondly, they pack this sandwich full. And I mean full - it takes a sufficiently large gob to get your mouth round it, which I love. Lastly, the Stilton mayonnaise is just sublime - Stilton is probably my favourite cheese anyway, and Tesco really don't hold back. None of that wimpy "only a little bit, it's strong!" nonsense, Tesco puts great big lumps of it in their mayonnaise, so the result is both strong and creamy.
Best of British flavours? Certainly. Truly a winter sandwich masterpiece.
Not sure if they were just a limited edition for christmas but have you tried Waitrose stilton and caramelised pear sandwich? Oh my god. amazing. I couldn't believe such a sandwich could be so casually sold in a supermarket, and how people were reaching for other flavours! x
ReplyDeleteNo, I've never even heard of it! Sounds delicious though - I will definitely have to persuade someone to give me a lift to Waitrose now... x
ReplyDeleteI am currently right in the middle of the US (Minnesota) and have been here for almost exactly 1 year now – I have just developed a sudden and overwhelming urge for the Tesco Roast Beef and Stilton sandwich and saw your blog entry about this.
ReplyDeleteI am almost drooling remembering how nice this stated. Can you post me some Stilton cheese and chutney? :-)