Category Archives: Breads

Blueberries, Breads, Ciabatta Roll, Ducks Fat, Food, Ingredients, Meatball, Meats, Open Faced Sandwiches, Roasted garlic, Salt, Sandwiches, Smears

Danish Meatball Sandwich with Blueberries

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It was Tuesday, and I want to write it was raining cats and dogs, but I live in San Diego so the weather was really very nice, just like the last 6 months or so. In any case, I got a crazy craving for Danish meatballs, and on my way home from work I had to stop to get some ground beef and pork. Danish Meatballs are called “Frikadeller” (singular form is frikadelle), and they can be made from many types and blends of meats, but this is a classic.

The sandwich itself is a ciabatta roll with ducks fat and roasted garlic smear. Two meatballs are heated and cut in half, and topped with stone ground mustard. A bit of sea-salt is sprinkled on, and it’s decorated with blueberries and a pickle. Fantastic sandwich.  The blueberries jumped out of my pantry at me, and I thought I would give it a go.

Danish Meatball (Frikadelle) Sandwich on Ciabatta Roll with roasted garlic, mustard and blueberries
Danish Meatball (Frikadelle) Sandwich on Ciabatta Roll with roasted garlic, mustard and blueberries

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Butter, Food, Pepper, Salami, Sandwiches, Sourdough

Breakfast Sandwich with Tomato, Egg and Salami

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I loooove Saturdays. They are rife with possibilities. After a long work week devoted to other people’s pursuits (namely those of my job), I look forward to enjoying the simple things that bring me pleasure. Chief among them is lazily meandering through one of  the many farmers’ markets that dot the San Diego landscape. Last weekend, it was time to revist my local market in Poway.  For me, the market is all about the fresh fruits and veggies… and the Thai coconut pancakes  – conveniently sized to be just about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, I can pop them in my mouth and eat them whole. Yum, that’s the way to start a weekend. For Anders, the market is most pleasurable when it involves the pursuit or serendipitous discovery of meat. This week, he found some salami made from locally farmed pork.  Nothing like supporting the local farmers…makes me feel connected not just to my food, but also to my community.  So in a complete diversion from my normal breakfast fruit bowl, Sunday morning’s breakfast was a tomato and hard boiled egg sandwich topped with salami slices.

Tomato Egg Salami Sandwich
Tomato Egg Salami Sandwich

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Breads, Butter, Dark Rye Bread, Fennel, Food, Ham, Herbs, Liver pâté, Meats, Onion, Open Faced Sandwiches, Pepper, Sandwiches, Smears, Spices, Sweet dill pickles, Toppings, Vegetables

Ham and Liver Pate Sandwich with Roasted Garlic and Dill Pickles

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I consider this a variation on the veterinarians midnight snack, a classic Danish sandwich (In Danish: ‘Dyrlægens natmad‘. Try saying that one!).  The bones of Anders’ Viking ancestors will rattle in their graves to protest me saying this, but in this variant,  the  inclusion of the roasted garlic and the removal of the aspic is a HUGE improvement. Together, those simple actions make this sandwhich palatable for me, a non-Dane.   Anders thinks this presentation is a bit more playful, looking a bit like a rib cage or something medieval. I suppose, it’s his attempt at appeasing the spirits 🙂  It consists of liver pate on home-baked rye bread with butter, with a rolled up slice of ham. This is topped with half-moon slices of onion rings, roasted garlic and a couple of dill pickles. Fennel seeds and ground black pepper spices it up a bit.

Liver Pate sandwich with ham, onions, roasted garlic, sweet pickles, and pepper
Liver Pate sandwich with ham, onions, roasted garlic, sweet pickles, and pepper

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Breads, Ciabatta Roll, Dressings, Dukkah, Flax, Food, Fried onions, Ham, Ingredients, Mashed Potato, Mayonnaise, Meats, Open Faced Sandwiches, Potato, Sandwiches, Spices, Sweet dill pickles, Toppings

Mashed Potato Sandwich on Ciabatta with Ham, Fried Onions, Pickles, Flax Seeds and Dukkah

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For some, if not most, the concept of having a mashed potato sandwich may seem disturbing. However, if you find yourself wondering whether you are loosing your mind, you probably have never tasted one. They are delicious! So overcome your inhibitions, and make a mashed potato sandwich next time you have a little leftover. For this one I felt like adding flax seeds and ham. Since I want the ‘crunch’, I toasted half a ciabatta roll, and added fried onions on top for good measure. For a little hint of sourness, sweet dill pickles always does the trick, and a sprinkled of my newfound love, Dukkah, seals the deal.

Mashed potato sandwich with dukkah, mayonnaise, flak seeds, ham and fried onions
Mashed potato sandwich with dukkah, mayonnaise, flak seeds, ham and fried onions

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Breads, Capers, Cod roe, Dressings, Fish, Food, Fried onions, Fruits, Ingredients, Lime, Open Faced Sandwiches, Pepper, Remoulade, Roasted garlic, Rustic white bread, Sandwiches, Smears, Spices, Toppings

Cod Roe Sandwich with Remoulade, Capers, Fried Onions, Roasted Garlic and Ground Green Pepper

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While this particular sandwich was made with cod roe from a can, we recommend you convince your local fishmonger to get you some fresh roe (especially if you can get it smoked). However this was all we had to work with. The sandwich is simple, yet classically Danish. A toasted piece of bread is smeared with roasted garlic. Add cod roe and squeeze lime on top. Top with remoulade, capers, fried onions and ground green pepper. Very good, and an upgrade from the sandwiches schoolchildren get to take to school in their backpacks. A reminder of my childhood school lunches.. but much improved.

Cod Roe on Rustic Bread Sandwich with Remoulade, Capers, Fried Onions, Roasted Garlic and Ground Green Pepper
Cod Roe on Rustic Bread Sandwich with Remoulade, Capers, Fried Onions, Roasted Garlic and Ground Green Pepper

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Breads, Cheeses, Chili sauce, Dressings, Fennel, Food, Ham, Ingredients, Open Faced Sandwiches, Rustic white bread, Salami, Sandwiches, Stored danish smelly cheese

Spicy Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich with Fennel Seeds and Salami

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When you need to awake from the schlump that is Thursday night after work, a spicy kick to your system can be just what you need. This sandwich does just that. With a strong danish cumin cheese, sweet (but hot) chili sauce, and a strong organic and local salami from Poway Farmer’s market, this one will wake you up. Just for kicks, I added one tsp of fennel seeds on the bread and cheese while in the toaster oven. It added a very nice flavor that went really well with the cheese and ham.

Spicy Toasted Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Sweet Chili Sauce, Salami and Fennel Seeds
Spicy Toasted Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Sweet Chili Sauce, Salami and Fennel Seeds

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Avocado, Breads, Cilantro, Cucumber, Fish, Food, Green Onion, Herbs, Lime, Mayonnaise, Open Faced Sandwiches, Rustic white bread, Sandwiches, Shrimp, Sourdough, Vegetables

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Sandwich with Avocado, Cucumber and Bell Pepper

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Know your limits… and defy them

Sometimes enough is plenty.. and then there are those days when even plenty is not quite enough.  Anders has a tendency towards sandwich superfluity and I often have to protest when I see the layers that one small slice of bread is expected to support.   I mean, even after visiting sandwich shops in Denmark and witnessing the architectural marvel that is the smorrebrod, I still think there is a limit.  I almost want to offer defense for the poor bread.  This was one of those days when I let him win and… we were both happier for it.

Cucumber and avocado toasted cilantro lemon shrimp sandwich
Cucumber and avocado toasted cilantro lemon shrimp sandwich

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BBQ, Breads, Butter, Chili sauce, Ciabatta Roll, Dressings, Food, Garlic, Ingredients, Meats, Olive Oil, Open Faced Sandwiches, Roasted garlic, Sandwiches, Smears, Spareribs, Toppings, Vegetables

Spicy Spare Rib Sandwich with Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

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I have to admit I was looking forward to this beauty before we even started making the smoked spareribs. In fact, while we passed the Costco food isle, I saw this great spare ribs sale and I couldn’t help thinking of what a fantastic sandwich I could make with the leftovers. So, a couple of days later, after feasting on the ribs I finally got around to making this. I wanted to really bring out the flavor of the pork, while adding some classic ‘steak’ flavors on top. So, sautéed mushrooms and sweet chili sauce plus of course a few onion rings for the crunch factor.

Smoked pork spareribs sandwich with sauteed mushrooms and onions
Smoked Pork Spare Ribs Sandwich with Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions

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Breads, Butter, Ciabatta Roll, Dukkah, Food, Ingredients, Mustard, Open Faced Sandwiches, Potato, Pumpkin seeds, Remoulade, Sandwiches, Smears, Spices, Tomato, Vegetables

Potato Sandwich with Remoulade, Pumpkin Seeds, Roasted Garlic and Tomatoes

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I love potatoes and I love bread. This sandwich brings out the best in both of them. Half a ciabatta roll, toasted (for the ‘crunch’) and with a light spread of tarragon mustard. Add potato, pumpkin seeds, tomatoes and a few more things you can read about below, and you got yourself a treat for lunch. Yes, it’s as good as it looks!

I made this after a long day at work, one of those days where you really just want to get home and sleep, but you’re starving… Having a potato handy in the fridge from dinner the night before became my saving grace.

Potato ciabatta roll with pumpkin seeds and grape tomatoes
Potato on Ciabatta Roll with Pumpkin Seeds and Grape Tomatoes

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Appetizer, Cilantro, Cracker, Dressings, Food, Gravlaxsås, Ingredients, Lime, Remoulade, Salmon, Shrimp

Cilantro Lime Shrimp and Smoked Salmon Crackers

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Hungry for a snack, I found some cilantro lime shrimp from Costco in the fridge, along with a bit of smoked salmon. In about 1 minute I had created this little post-lunch cracker, which would also work great as an appetizer for a party. The cracker used here is a water cracker, but I think I would prefer something a little more rustic next time.

Lemon cilantro Shrimp Cracker - Great appetizer
Cilantro Lime Shrimp on Cracker- great appetizer

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