James Beard's Famous Onion Sandwich Recipe | Jacques Pépin Cooking at Home | KQED

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Cut the bread into round shapes using a cutter or a glass.

Keep the trimmings to make breadcrumbs using a food processor.

Spread mayonnaise on one side of each round piece of bread.

Slice the onion thinly, using half an onion for easier handling.

Sprinkle a little salt on top of the sliced onion.

Place the second slice of bread on top to glue it together.

Spread a little mayonnaise on the outside of the sandwich.

Dip the sandwich in chopped chives for garnish.

Cut the sandwich in half before serving.

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