5 WAYS WITH... sandwiches

National Picnic Week: 16-22 JUNE

British Sandwich Week: 22-28 MAY

1. A classic

It’s so British and essential on any menu, afternoon tea selection or jubilee celebration… it’s the classic egg salad. Try mashing the cooked yolks with mayonnaise, a pinch of mustard and salt and pepper until completely smooth and then fold in chopped egg whites and chopped fresh dill for a super-tasty flavour and silky smooth texture. You could add chopped spring onions or even mashed avocado and team with watercress or lettuce leaves.

2. Sweetwich

Who says sandwiches have to be savoury? Try this sweet idea for a real treat: heat mini marshmallows and peanut butter until melted, mix and spread over a toasted waffle. Layer sliced banana and chocolate chips on top and sandwich with another toasted waffle.

3. Gourmet veggie

Make vegetarian options more exciting. Butter the outsides of two slices of wholegrain bread and spread the insides with pesto. Put a slice of Monterey Jack cheese on the bottom slice, then artichoke hearts, another slice of cheese and the other piece of bread. Cook for 4-5 minutes each side in a griddle pan until cheese starts to melt and bread is golden brown, then sprinkle with sea salt to serve.

4. Open for business

An open sandwich is a premium-looking twist on a traditional sandwich and super-easy to throw together with maximum visual appeal. Try avocado and goats’ cheese, prosciutto and blue cheese, mozzarella and tomato, tuna and spring onion or ricotta and fig. You can use any type of bread, though sourdough is a winner, and serve toasted or not.

5. Breakfast or brunch

Go sophisticated and indulgent with a salmon-filled croissant. Use regular or hot smoked salmon and go as it is or sauté for a few seconds in a little butter. Combine with dried basil, cream cheese and mayo and fill the croissant. Finish with whole fresh basil leaves and slices or ribbons of cucumber. You could add caramelised onion, capers, sautéed garlic or finely chopped dill pickles.