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SANDWICCIA ANYONE?…Focaccia sandwiches by another name!

2008/05/21 / 19 Comments
“It has been well said that a hungry man is more interested in four sandwiches than four freedoms.”
Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr., (American diplomat)IMG 0617
‘Sandwiccia‘…a focaccia sandwich!
Made some Roasted Garlic & Bell Pepper Focaccia again the other day. This very versatile Italian breadIMG 0477 has become quite a staple at home since the kids LOVE it. It’s a gratifying feeling that they enjoy garlic & basil as much as we do…which just means that meal times are simpler & fun to plan too. They enjoy home baked breads of all sorts. For me, it’s therapeutic. IMG 0467The mixing, the kneading, the rising & finally the aromas that waft through the whole house makes life just seem more worthwhile. I made a double batch of focaccia, & served up the second batch the next day as grilled ‘SANDWICCIAS‘…my coined phrase for focaccia sandwiches, which quite takes sandwiches to another level altogether. They were obviously quite because they were polished off in next to no time. The kids said they tasted just like pizzas, but better!! So here you go…presenting some cheesy grilled ‘SANDWICCIAS‘!

IMG 0565 Roasted Garlic & Bell Pepper Focaccia – recipe HERE
For the Sandwiccias…

  • Cool the focaccia completely, & then slice horizontally to get 2 flat slices.
  • Spread a layer of cheese spread, followed by slices of cheese, then sliced tomatoes, salt & freshly ground pepper, fresh chopped basil leaves & some grated cheese. (Add any filling of your choice).
  • Grill the focaccia sandwiches on a lightly greased pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side, weighed down with a panini press if possible. (I use a metal plate with a weight on top).
  • The cheese melts & acts as the glue, holding everything together well…& the flavours of the focaccia come through really nicely.
  • Quarter & serve warm, with potato wedges & a salad / pasta.
  • I served ours with ‘roasted garlic & pesto’ oven-baked potato wedges, & fusili in a light cream coriander sauce with red & yellow bell peppers.

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This yummy sandwiccia is off to the Sandwich Festival 2008, an event hosted by Anupama @ Food n More. In her words…”I love bread and am constantly looking for ideas to make different kinds of sandwich creations. They are great in lunch boxes and perfect food when you are on the go. They are also a healthy option when you are too tired to cook and whatsmore a sandwich is something that even husbands can make on their own without grumbling too much. “

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I agree with her… I’m always game for creative sandwich ideas too. Am now beginning to go a step further; I sometimes try & make the bread too! This ‘sandwiccia‘ was the result of one such culinary adventure…one that was very satisfying!

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Full of flavour…ENJOY!!

Posted by Deeba @ PAB

About me: I am a freelance food writer, recipe developer and photographer. Food is my passion - baking, cooking, developing recipes, making recipes healthier, using fresh seasonal produce and local products, keeping a check on my carbon footprint and being a responsible foodie! I enjoy food styling, food photography, recipe development and product reviews. I express this through my food photographs which I style and the recipes I blog. My strength lies in 'Doing Food From Scratch'; it must taste as good as it looks, and be healthy too. Baking in India, often my biggest challenge is the non-availability of baking ingredients, and this has now become a platform to get creative on. I enjoy cooking immensely as well.

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19 Comments

  • Purnima

    2008/05/21 at 12:18 pm Reply

    Deeba, the bread and sandwiches out of it surely looks great!! Thanks for sharing!! The pics here hv me drooling!!

  • Ben

    2008/05/21 at 1:55 pm Reply

    Oh beautiful sandwich! It is good to know that your kids like the same things you do. I bet that is a lot less stressful when preparing dinner 🙂

  • Ivy

    2008/05/21 at 6:26 pm Reply

    You are so lucky that your kids like these flavours. I always end up making 2 or 3 different versions so that everyone may eat. I would eat that sandwich any time.

  • familiabencomo

    2008/05/22 at 12:45 am Reply

    You know, at first I thought you spelled sandwich wrong…. I’m a little slow today. I love this idea of a sandwiccia! It’s good to have a tasty back-up plan for those days you don’t want to cook a “grand” meal (like today for me!). Do you think these would freeze well? Who am I kidding – we never have food in this house long enough to freeze. Never mind my question! This looks super-yummy. Well-done, Deeba!

    Tanti baci, my friend,
    Amy

  • Dhanggit

    2008/05/22 at 11:47 am Reply

    these sandwiches are drooling me..;snif, snif while im only eating an old baguette and cheese 🙁 would love a bite of your sandwich deeba 🙂

  • diva

    2008/05/22 at 3:55 pm Reply

    blimey!!!!
    i love foccacia. it’s my favourite bread, apart from brioche. that looks yummy as anything deeba 🙂

  • Mike of Mike's Table

    2008/05/22 at 6:03 pm Reply

    I keep wanting to make focaccia. These look awesome! I’ll trade sandwiches with you? 😉

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