Ep 16. Now That's a Sandwich!

In season 11 episode 16 of 30 Minute Meals titled "Now That's a Sandwich!", host Rachael Ray shows viewers how to make delicious and satisfying sandwiches with a twist. In the first segment, Rachael whips up a Buffalo Chicken Salad Sandwich, which is loaded with chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese. She shows viewers how to make a quick and easy blue cheese dressing, and how to assemble the sandwich for maximum flavor and texture.

Next up, Rachael demonstrates how to make a grilled cheese sandwich with a Mediterranean twist. She makes a homemade pesto with fresh basil, garlic, and parmesan cheese, and spreads it on sourdough bread with sliced mozzarella. The sandwich is grilled until golden and crispy, and then topped with roasted red peppers and kalamata olives for a tangy and savory flavor.

In the third segment, Rachael brings the flavors of Italy to a classic turkey sandwich. She shows viewers how to make a flavorful olive spread with green and black olives, capers, and fresh herbs. The spread is then layered onto whole grain bread with sliced oven-roasted turkey, mozzarella cheese, and peppery arugula.

Finally, Rachael wraps up the show with a sweet and savory sandwich inspired by French toast. She dips thick slices of brioche bread in an egg and milk mixture, and then grills them until golden brown. The bread is layered with thinly sliced ham and sweet maple syrup, and then topped with a fried egg for the ultimate breakfast sandwich.

Throughout the episode, Rachael offers tips and tricks for making the perfect sandwich, from using the right bread to layering the ingredients for maximum flavor and texture. With her easy-to-follow recipes and fun personality, Rachael shows viewers how to transform an everyday sandwich into a gourmet meal in just 30 minutes.