Ep 5. Bring Home the Baking

In Sandwich King season 2 episode 5, titled Bring Home the Baking, host Jeff Mauro showcases some of his favorite baked treats that go great with sandwiches. This episode centers on the concept that fresh bread is the foundation to a great sandwich, so Jeff uses his baking skills to elevate his sandwiches.

The episode starts with Jeff making an oozy grilled cheese sandwich on sourdough bread topped with a runny egg, which he calls the "ultimate brunch sandwich." To take it up a notch, Jeff bakes a batch of homemade sourdough bread which he uses in all of the sandwiches featured in the episode.

Next up, Jeff creates a sandwich with his take on southern-style fried chicken. He makes his fried chicken extra crispy by coating it in crushed cornflakes and bakes it in the oven. The sandwich also features pickles, jalapeños, and a spicy honey mustard sauce, all piled high on Jeff's homemade sourdough bread.

For the third sandwich, Jeff heads to the Mediterranean for inspiration. He creates a tartine-style sandwich, featuring a slice of his homemade sourdough bread topped with creamy ricotta cheese, roasted tomatoes, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Jeff explains that the key to this sandwich is getting the bread perfect, so he spends a lot of time showing viewers how to make a great sourdough loaf.

Jeff's fourth sandwich is a classic sub, but with a twist. He makes a roasted pork sub with a crispy garlic bread topped with a tangy apple and fennel salad. He also whips up a quick aioli sauce for an extra layer of flavor.

For the fifth and final sandwich, Jeff takes his inspiration from New Orleans to make a muffuletta sandwich. He shares a recipe for his homemade olive salad, which he layers on top of deli meats and cheese. He then puts the sandwich in the oven to melt everything together. Jeff's version of this classic sandwich features his sourdough bread, which he says takes it to the next level.

Throughout the episode, Jeff emphasizes the importance of using quality bread and shares his easy recipe for sourdough bread that viewers can make at home. He also shares tips and tricks for baking bread, such as using a steam bath in the oven to get a crusty exterior.

Overall, Bring Home the Baking is a fun and informative episode that showcases Jeff Mauro's baking skills and love for sandwiches. Viewers will surely be inspired to try making their own sourdough bread and using it as the foundation to take their sandwiches to the next level.