Updated on: January 20, 2022
Originally published on: June 21, 2013
A tried-and-true classic American sandwich gets a tasty new twist in this Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich recipe.

Sandwich..what is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear that word? PB&J's? Ham and Cheese? BLT? Sure, those are the tried-and-true classics, but there are so many other ways to enjoy this classic lunch item, one of which I want to share with you!
And for even more delicious sandwich ideas check out the LINKY at the bottom for a great selection of Good Cook Kitchen Expert sandwich recipes! But first...
As part of the Good Cook Kitchen Experts program, I received this handy Good Cook Ultimate Sandwich Kit which comes with everything you need to make your masterpiece! And it was perfect for making my husband's favorite sandwich, The Great American Old Fashioned!

GOOD COOK KITCHEN TOOLS
Each Good Cook Ultimate Sandwich Kit comes with a set of 4, mini–Flexible Cutting Mats which are perfect for using for multi-ingredient recipes; no more having to wash the cutting board each time you need it for a different ingredient!
The handy Slice Precise helps you cut tomatoes, onions and more into perfectly even slices. A classic Cheese Slicer is also included for cutting thin slices off a block of cheese.
With the incredibly Good Cook 5" Non-Stick Sandwich Knife you can easily and evenly spread condiments thanks to its wide blade, and the serrated blade slices easily through bread, tomatoes and more!
Plus, you don't have to worry about breadcrumbs sticking to it as it is covered with a non-stick coating!
Once you use all these tools to make the perfect sandwich, store it in the extra big Deluxe Sandwich Keeper, which is made of durable, dishwasher-safe plastic and is big enough to hold a triple-decker sandwich!
Now for my husband's favorite sandwich...

Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients to Make Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich
- 2 pieces of Honey Wheat Bread
- 2 slices of ham
- 2 slices of turkey
- 2 slices of Roast Beef
- 1 slice of American Cheese
- Mayonnaise
- Fresh Ground Sea Salt
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- Fresh Sliced Tomato
- Fresh Sliced Onion
- Lettuce

Instructions to Make Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich
1. Spread the mayo on both slices of bread.

2. Add salt and pepper to both slices.

3. Add 1 piece of turkey, 1 piece of ham and 1 piece of roast beef on each slice of bread.

4. Add the slice of American cheese to one of the slices of bread.

5. Add slivers of fresh-cut onion to the slice with the cheese then top with plenty of lettuce (or use fresh spinach for a change!).

6. Add a fresh tomato slice on top of the lettuce (check out the perfect tomato slices thanks to the Slice Precise!).

7. Put the two sides together and your Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich is ready!

For a warm weekend treat, toast it in the oven for a few minutes before you add the onions, tomatoes and lettuce. To make it 'to go', just put it in the Sandwich Keeper and pack it up!

Printable Recipe Card
The Great American Old Fashioned Sandwich
A classic sandwich with a modern day twist.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces of Honey Wheat Bread
- 2 slices of ham
- 2 slices of turkey
- 2 slices of Roast Beef
- 1 slice of American Cheese
- Mayonnaise
- Fresh Ground Sea Salt
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- Fresh Sliced Tomato
- Fresh Sliced Onion
- Lettuce
Instructions
- Spread the mayo on both slices of bread.
- Add salt and pepper to both slices.
- Add 1 piece of turkey, 1 piece of ham and 1 piece of roast beef on each slice of bread.
- Add the slice of American cheese to one of the slices of bread.
- Add slivers of fresh-cut onion to the slice with the cheese then top with plenty of lettuce (or use fresh spinach for a change!).
- Add a fresh tomato slice on top of the lettuce (check out the perfect tomato slices thanks to the Slice Precise!).
- Put the two sides together and lunch is ready!
Notes
For a warm weekend treat, toast it in the oven for a few minutes before you add the onions, tomatoes and lettuce. To make it 'to go', just put it in the Sandwich Keeper and pack it up!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1 sandwichAmount Per Serving: Calories: 700Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 182mgSodium: 2817mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 6gSugar: 12gProtein: 63g
Nutritional information is automatically calculated with ingredients and serving size and may not be accurate. Please always double check with your own nutritional apps as well.





I love salami sandwiches. They're easy, just salami, mustard and bread!
My favorite sandwich is kinda like the one you made but without the ham. I really do not like ham-bleck. I like turkey, roast beef, provolone, mayo mustard guacamole lettuce and salt and pepper. So tasty!!
Wow! This is really cool! I definitely love the cutting mats most, I think!
Turkey is my favorite!
You cannot beat a good sandwich, have to admit I do love a mix cheese and ham one anytime 🙂 X
Sandwiches are always a good lunch choice, aren't they? This post reminded me that it's time to eat. 🙂
This would be excellent for us. I prepare a rather complicated sandwich for my other half each morning that includes roast beef, pepperjack cheese cut from a block (yay cheese slicer!), sliced jalapenos, diced onions, and A1 steak sauce.
Ooh I am loving that kit! It makes everything so simple. Got to love a good sandwich, thanks for the links to the sandwich recipes will definitely check those out!
Today the Mr. Goodcents Italian with oil and vinegar.
Turkey and swiss with bacon
If only I weren't such a picky eater, this would be yummy. 😉
oh, this looks and sounds so good, I'm hungry
I love a good peanut butter and banana sandwich
Yummy post you got here! And to be honest, now I am quite hungry and will make a sandwich for myself maybe. W/the contest - good luck participants!
Yum now thats a sandwich! My favorite is usually ham or turkey with everything you added on yours. But you also can't beat a good ol' fashion PB & J on fresh bread 🙂 Love that slicer!
Yummy! My husband make that for our easy fix lunch 🙂
this looks amazing, I am hungry now!
What a great little kit! I always hate having to pull out a big cutting board just to cut one little sandwich.
I LIKE HAM AND CHEESE!
Now this is my type of sandwich! Just great ~ thanks!