Here’s a classic bologna sandwich—simple, nostalgic, and exactly how it’s meant to be. 🥪
Classic Bologna Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 slices white bread (or soft wheat)
- 3–4 slices bologna
- 1 slice American cheese
- Yellow mustard
- Mayonnaise (optional)
Assembly
- Spread mustard on one slice of bread (mayo on the other if using).
- Fold bologna slices once or twice for texture.
- Add American cheese.
- Close sandwich, slice diagonally if desired.
Fried Bologna Sandwich (Southern favorite)
Highly recommended
Extra Steps
- Heat a skillet over medium.
- Cut an “X” in the center of each bologna slice (prevents curling).
- Fry bologna 1–2 minutes per side until browned.
- Toast bread lightly in the same pan.
- Assemble with mustard or mayo.
Popular Add-Ons
- Dill pickle chips
- Potato chips (inside the sandwich)
- Thin-sliced onion
- Tomato (salted)
Upgrades
- Grilled cheese bologna: Fry bologna, melt American between buttered bread.
- Bologna & egg: Add a fried egg.
- Fancy version: Thick-cut bologna, brioche, Dijon, and cheddar.
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