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Tips, picks, and how-tos for building a better sandwich — from the best cheese for a grilled cheese to the small moves that make a big difference.
- GuidesThe Best Cheese for Grilled CheeseThe best cheeses for grilled cheese, by melt and flavor — American, cheddar, Gruyère, fontina and more — plus how to blend them and why pre-shredded ruins the melt.
- GuidesThe Best Bread for Grilled CheeseWe griddled dozens of loaves to find the best bread for grilled cheese. Sourdough, Pullman, brioche and the slice thickness that actually melts.
- GuidesThe Best Bread for Sandwiches (by Type)The best bread for sandwiches depends on the filling. Our test kitchen matches white, rye, ciabatta, baguette, sourdough and more to the right sandwich.
- GuidesThe Best Cheese for a Tuna MeltSharp cheddar, American, Swiss, Gruyère, or pepper jack? We tested what stands up to oily tuna salad and named our pick for the best tuna melt cheese.
- GuidesThe Best Cheese for a Philly CheesesteakWhiz, American, or provolone? We break down the three classic Philly cheesesteak cheeses — how each melts, what locals order, and our honest pick.
- GuidesThe Best Deli Meats for an Italian HoagieThe cured meats that make a real Italian hoagie: Genoa salami, hot or sweet capicola, mortadella, prosciutto, soppressata, plus sharp provolone.
- GuidesHow to Build the Perfect BLTOur test-kitchen take on the best BLT: oven-baked thick-cut bacon, salted peak-season tomato, the lettuce debate, and a build order that stays crisp.
- GuidesHow to Keep a Sandwich From Getting SoggyThe test-kitchen method for a lunchbox sandwich that's still crisp at noon: moisture barriers, dry veg, smart wrapping, and a layering order that works.
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