The sandwich is said to have
originated over two thousand years ago with various combinations of
meats and cheeses placed on bread or in pastry. This concoction didn’t
get its name until 1762 when the 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, a
British statesman, got hungry during a marathon poker game. He asked his
cook to get him something to eat that wouldn’t interfere with the game.
The cook took slices of roast beef and put them between two pieces of
toast. It was the perfect solution. He could eat a hearty meal with one
hand and still be able to hold his cards in the other hand.
In general, sandwiches are easy to
make and easily portable. Today they have become a quintessential
American lunch or snack item. According to industry experts, the average
American eats 193 sandwiches a year, the all-time favorite being ham.
There are many fascinating facts surrounding this important food staple
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