31 Sandwich Recipes for Every Craving

You don’t need a recipe to make a great sandwich. Peanut butter and jelly, cream cheese and olive, pineapple and mayonnaise—some combinations practically build themselves. But the sandwich recipes below are worth following to the letter.

This collection includes breakfast sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, riffs on grilled cheese, the ultimate tuna melt, a cheesesteak on focaccia, party-worthy vegetarian sandwiches, beach-ready hoagies, and more. Some are quick enough for a weekday lunch or dinner, while others make ideal summer sandwiches for picnics, beach days, and backyard gatherings.

No matter the filling, the best sandwiches balance flavor and texture: crispy against creamy, crunchy against juicy, melty against fresh. Whatever you’re craving, your next favorite sandwich starts here.