Sandwiches. They may be the world’s most perfect food. (Stand down, burrito lovers—let’s save that debate for another day!) Delicious, infinitely customizable, easy, and generally pretty cheap, sandwiches are also a great way to control your own eating and spending in college. But if the thought of a mini-fridge full of bologna and cheese brings you down, have no fear: we’ve put together a list of fancy sandwich ideas perfect for students living in dorms.
Vampire-killing Cow
- Roast beef
- Garlic and Fine Herb Boursin cheese
- Lettuce
- French bread
Hangover Cure Cheese Sandwich
- Shredded cheddar cheese mixed with mayo, chopped green onions, and black pepper
- White bread
Linzer “PB&J”
- Almond butter
- Raspberry jam
- Brioche
Bagel with a Schmear
- Cream cheese
- Smoked salmon
- Red onion
- Capers
- Bagel or bagel sandwich bread
Sweet and Salty
- Prosciutto
- Fig jam
- Fontina cheese
- Baby arugula
- Focaccia
Monsieur Très Sexy
- Ham
- Swiss cheese
- Dijon mustard
- Baby arugula
- Croissant
Mediterranean Vegetablearian
- Jarred roasted eggplant
- Jarred roasted red pepper
- Mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Oregano
- Ciabatta
Retro Tuna Salad
- Canned tuna mixed with mayo, sweet pickle relish, chopped celery, onion powder, and Dijon mustard
- White bread
The Fancy Fluffernutter
- Nutella
- Marshmallow Fluff
- Banana and/or strawberry slices
- Brioche
The Sweet Breakfast Sandwich
- Peanut butter
- Apple slices
- Cinnamon-raisin swirl bread
Have any inspired sandwich ideas of your own? Share them in the comments!
