Anchovy & Egg Sandwich (1912) on Sandwiches of History

anchovies

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned tuna provides a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

Mash 2 hard-boiled egg yolks in a bowl.

Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter to the mashed yolks.

Mix in 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 tablespoon of anchovy paste.

Add a dash of paprika and mix everything together.

Spread a little butter on two slices of white bread.

Place the egg and anchovy mixture between the two slices of buttered bread.

Taste the sandwich and note that it is salty due to the anchovy paste.

Enhance the flavor by adding granulated garlic powder, cayenne powder, and freshly chopped parsley to the mixture.

Taste the improved sandwich and express satisfaction with the added flavors.

Cooking Techniques

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