All of these combos had at least two people who raved about their deliciousness. His secret to a successful sandwich is to pile a layer of dill pickles over crunchy peanut butter (he swears that crunchy is best), and then top with a few sweet pickles. I was regarded with suspicion. Jayme Kinsey (author) from Oklahoma on November 29, 2014: @MixBejabbers--I just can't get my head around PB and bacon. Ellie thinks so. Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/dessert-dogs. Thanksgiving Steals & Deals are here! The only things I like with my peanut butter are jelly, honey, and bananas but never at the same time. And the last person said any peanut butter would do, but he preferred slightly unripe cucumbers and a slice of tomato. Quite frankly, they all sound pretty gross to me. It's like a sausage satay wonderland in bread form! I've known some people who did this. "They give the sandwich an element of surprise.". Hmmm . . For those who prefer jelly on top of peanut butter, one tweeter suggested loading up both sides for an extra ooey gooey treat. Can't say I blame ya. I'll let you decide: 16. According to her, a customer requested once that she spread the miniature sub rolls with peanut butter before loading it with tuna salad. Others claimed they had never thought of it before, but that they would definitely try it! Or do you spread the peanut butter on one slice of bread and the jelly on the other? Apparently, peanut butter is no longer a stand-alone food. I spoke to three different people who said they liked slices of fresh cucumber on their PB sandwiches. Sliced banana could be added, but more often than not, I left it off. His favorite sandwich is turkey cold cuts, peanut butter, and cold, leftover stir-fried veggies. The cheese and carrot peanut butter catastrophe! Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/grilled-pbj-sandwich, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/cinnamon-raisin-apple-peanut-butter-sandwich, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/ultimate-pbj-sliders, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peanut-butter-smile, Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3E4jfo0rbE, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peanut-butter-banana-sandwich, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/peanut-butter-w-sprinkles, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pbj-pockets, Recipe: https://potatorolls.com/recipes/pbj-swirls. Ever since I wrote the article, I've had bad dreams about peanut butter and coleslaw. ", What is the proper way to make a PB & J? We used the following: creamy peanut butter, chocolate-hazelnut spread, crunchy peanut butter, strawberry jam, honey, and marshmallow fluff. Jayme is an artist and freelance writer who trained in the medical field, and has worked as caregiver, farmer, mom and DIY'er. Glad you enjoyed, and please let me know if you try one of these! Turn It into French Toast Stuff French toast with peanut butter and jelly for a new spin on the sandwich using this easy recipe from Flo Burtnett of Gage, Oklahoma. Grilled cheese sandwiches are almost as popular as peanut butter sandwiches. And of course, just the right amount of... That's right. . Few foods are more nostalgic than a peanut butter sandwich, but your culinary skills need a serious upgrade if you’re still making the same basic recipe you enjoyed as a kid. These sandwiches are what her sons like to take in their lunch boxes. I approached total strangers and asked them about something they would never discuss in polite company. Peanut butter and dill pickle popcorn, or peanut butter and UTZ cheese balls sandwich with a tall class of milk bon apple petit. Voted up and shared. I can actually feel my mouth lock up at just the thought of peanut butter and pickles. A few people admitted to adding cheese and sometimes mayonnaise. Or if you are really adventurous, potato bread. It's like you know me! Apparently, different methods are very, very divisive. For Mark's sandwich, start with two pieces of oat bread. Heat in toaster oven until slightly melted. But oh, the bacon people! Oh wait. A local vendor lists an unusual item on her menu. "Mark," a stay-at-home-dad, decided to start experimenting in the kitchen when he and his kids tired of bologna sandwiches and carrot sticks. I've also made grilled peanut butter and jelly and peanut butter and jelly roll-ups with tortillas. One person preferred crunchy peanut butter and salted cucumbers. RT for: bread then peanut butter, jelly on top on peanut butter then breadLike for: bread then peanut butter, jelly on other piece of bread and place togetherTrynna settle a discussion. Sprinkle on a liberal helping of chocolate chips. One that is loaded with onions, pickles . Oh my! Add one thick slice of Braunschweiger (that is a type of pork liver sandwich spread). Mindy, at least, seems to think peanut butter should only go with other sweet foods. Twitter has become the platform for people to express their opinions about issues that are both serious and silly. 2 / 20 Spread peanut butter on unbuttered side of one … Paul is a proud pickle and PB eater. Its golden-brown edges and melty filling will make you want to make this breakfast dish any time of the day. Trying some of the others might prove interesting, though. but you won't catch me eating a liver and peanut butter sandwich. Spread one slice of bread with peanut butter. For some, peanut butter is a handy substitute for any sandwich spread. Mary and Zach seem to be on the right track. Another liked creamy peanut butter, and added mayo to her sandwich. My daughter, however, loves to make her own sandwiches, and she takes great pride in creating a peanut butter and Doritos (the nacho cheese kind) sandwich. document.cookie = "MCPopupSubscribed=; expires=Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 UTC"; They were one of my favorites. Who wouldn't love a peanut butter burger? Let's not forget George. Her favorite dessert treat is made by spreading peanut butter and apple jelly between two hot Pillsbury cinnamon rolls. George insists that the ideal sandwich is made with white bread, Smuckers peanut butter mixed with honey, bacon and . Some said they had tried the combination and liked it. However, she says that she sells dozens of these every season, and one of the most requested toppings is french fried onions. document.cookie = "MCPopupClosed=;expires=Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:01 GMT;path=/"; Back in 2018, Lexie Ebensberger asked the Twitterverse a simple question: "What is the proper way to make a PB & J? Mate introduced me to peanut butter and sausage. chet thomas from Athens, GA on September 11, 2014: As a kid, I used to eat peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwiches. You have this all wrong. When I grew into a rebellious teen, I lost the mayo and added potato chips (plain). For instance, Justin grabs his jar of JIF whenever he runs out of mustard. This simple yet satisfying sandwich takes us back to our childhood days—making lunch with mom or enjoying a meal with our friends in the school cafeteria. }; © 2020 Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc.® | site by, All Rights Reserved. I was laughed at. . As Grapelade and pre-sliced bread became popular, another breakthrough happened with peanut butter—commercial brands found a way to create creamier peanut butter that didn’t stick to the roof of the mouth so easily. Pushing the outer limits of creativity, Donna claims the world's best sandwich is made from peanut butter and KFC's coleslaw. These made me gag a little but they were creative. It was no easy job to get people to spit out their secret sandwich affairs either. FlourishAnyway from USA on September 13, 2014: Yuck! Some provided photo guides in support of spreading the spreads separately. So is there really only one proper way to make a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich? With National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day just around the corner (it's April 2, by the way), it's time to revive an age-old debate about the absolute best way to make a PB&J because, apparently, there are a lot of different ways to spread peanut butter and jelly on bread. Although his sandwich creation is his favorite lunchtime indulgence, his kids insist that he learn how to cook scrambled eggs. Great hub idea! Save up to 85% on gifts from small businesses. Disgusting even. I can't personally get my mouth around the idea, but it must have something going for it! My favorite is peanut butter and bacon, which I've been eating for years. @Act3 Quite a few people mentioned eating the peanut butter and mayo. A.J., a serviceman, has been around the world, and has tried lots of food from different cultures. . Virginia Kearney from United States on September 11, 2014: My daughters sometimes like peanut butter with marshmallow cream, and of course peanut butter and honey. She wouldn't share her tuna salad secret, so you'll have to use your own favorite recipe. Some people said the trick to a non-soggy sandwich is putting peanut butter on both slices of bread and then spreading the jelly in the middle.