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8 Fall Sandwich Recipes That Both Parents and Kids Will Love

Fall is in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited. The season brings comfy clothes (hello, #sweaterweather), fun outdoor activities and best of all, delicious ingredients. We’re talking apples, maple syrup, Cheddar cheese, sweet potatoes…the list can go on for days so we will stop here. It’s on that note that we’ve come up with eight tasty sandwich recipes that are great for both parents and kids. The best part? They’re all made with Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread that’s sliced thick and has a soft and fluffy texture that’s an absolute must for that ideal sandwich bite.

sara lee roasted sweet potato bacon sandwich

For The Grown-ups

Take the Classics from Good to Gourmet

Roasted Sweet Potato and Bacon Open-Faced Sandwich with Herbed Ricotta

When you’re craving a little something extra for lunch, skip the (soggy) salad and opt for this open-faced sandwich instead. It features roasted sweet potatoes, crispy bacon, butterhead lettuce and homemade herbed ricotta cheese on a slice of deliciously toasted Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread. Sad desk lunch? We think not.

sara lee fall turkey club

Fall Turkey Club


What’s better than a turkey club? A fall turkey club. Yes, that means cranberries are involved. Enjoy bacon, roast turkey, sautéed kale and a cranberry-mayo spread between toasted slices of Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread.

sara lee caramelized onion grilled cheese

Caramelized Onion and Pear Grilled Cheese


There are a handful of food combinations that make our tastebuds dance and caramelized onions and pears is one of them. It’s slightly sweet, a little savory and downright delicious. For this upscale grilled cheese, layer caramelized onions, fresh pears and Gruyère cheese between two slices of Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread and cook in a skillet until its melted to gooey perfection.

sara lee brussels sprout slaw sandwich

Brussels Sprout Slaw Sandwich


The beauty of this sandy is that it can be eaten the classic way or open-faced. We’re personally in the classic camp because that means we get to have double the Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread. Simply toss together shaved Brussels sprouts and cranberries (or cherries) with mayo, vinegar and dill and add on top of the bread. We highly recommending toasting the bread for some extra crunch.

sara lee apple cheddar grilled cheese

For The Kids

Add a Fun Spin to Their Favorites

Ultimate Apple and Cheddar Grilled Cheese

If your kid’s favorite snack is apple and cheese slices, surprise them with this grilled cheese version: Crispy Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread with melted cheddar, mozzarella and sliced green apples. They might even ask for seconds on this one.

sara lee spiced apple chips peanut butter toast

Spiced Apple Chips and Peanut Butter Toast


For a fun twist on a weekday breakfast (or after-school snack), try this sweet peanut butter toast. Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread is topped with creamy peanut butter, pumpkin-pie-spiced apple chips and golden raisins. Even better, it’s finished with a drizzle of sweet honey.

sara lee maple french toast sandwich

Maple French Toast Breakfast Sandwich


Celebrate the weekend with this indulgent breakfast that the whole family will love. Start by making French toast using Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread Then, add scrambled eggs, sliced cheddar cheese and bacon between two slices of French toast. Serve with a side of maple syrup for dipping.

sara lee ham cheddar apple sandwich

Ham, Swiss and Apple Sandwich


Want to sneak some fruit into their lunch? Jazz up your kid’s usual ham and cheese sandwich by adding fresh apples. Put a few slices of brown sugar ham, Swiss cheese and thinly sliced red apples between two slices of Sara Lee® Artesano™ Potato Bakery Bread.


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Rachel joined PureWow in 2016 and is the Operations Director of Branded Content where she oversees the editorial production of sponsored media campaigns. In addition to obsessing...
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