United States of Sandwiches

The Perfect Lobster Roll Recipe

This recipe is based on Boston's Neptune Oyster's lobster rolls, which give you the option of butter or mayo. Offering that choice means they can't hide anything about the quality of their lobster.

Berkeley Veggie Burger Recipe

Golden beets and chewy whole-grain brown rice are the base of this veggie burger, while chopped toasted walnuts and blue cheese add subtle crunch and rich flavor.

Indiana Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches with Creamy Corn Relish Recipe

The coating's crisp texture is thanks in part to Wondra flour, however all-purpose will work just fine.

Italian-Style Subs with Pepperoncini Recipe

This sub has the flavors of Italy, but with only 370 calories.

Hawaiian Pig-Out Burgers Recipe

Grilled sweet and salty spam, pineapple, and Maui onion make these pork burgers a standout. If you can't find Hawaiian sandwich rolls, cut thick slices of Hawaiian sweet bread from a loaf.

Oven-Fried Shrimp and Okra Louisiana Po'boys Recipe

Buttermilk-dredged shrimp and okra are made only better by a crispy cornmeal and Cajun seasoning coating.

Nor-Cal Veggie Sandwiches with Hazelnut Butter Recipe

This is the kind of sandwich that'll make you forget about meat. You can use any sprouts you like in place of the radish sprouts.

"New" New Mexican Green Chile Cheeseburgers Recipe

Black bean patties are a savory, delicious alternative to beef. If you can't find a Cubanelle pepper, substitute a poblano.

Pacific Northwest Burger Recipe

Made with glazed, grilled salmon, this burger embodies the crunch, sweetness, pepper, and tang that's indicative of the West coast.

Louisville Hot Browns with Cauliflower Mornay Recipe

A Kentucky classic gets a modern twist with a light-but-creamy cauliflower puree that stands in for the traditional cheese sauce.

Cuban Sandwiches Recipe

Citrus-laced mojo and tangy relish add big flavor to this Latin classic.

Root Beer Sloppy Joes Recipe

Root beer adds a warm caramel note to these fun sandwiches. Serve with a side of baked sweet potato chips.

NYC Melting Pot Reubens Recipe

Kimchi adds punch to this Big Apple classic.

Tennessee Burger with Bourbon and BBQ Sauce Recipe

This is a Southern triple threat loaded with bacon, BBQ, and bourbon.

Steak and Cheese Sandwiches with Mushrooms Recipe

These stick-to-your-ribs sandwiches make for a quick and casual supper along with baked potato chips and coleslaw.

SoCal Guacamole Burger Recipe

Creamy-rich on top and sprout-crunchy on the bottom, this Southern California burger blends the region's produce-forward approach with Latin flair—all on a lean sirloin patty.

Roast Beef French Dip Sandwiches Recipe

The secret ingredient here could be the sauce's dried onion soup mix.

Great Plains Burger Recipe

This burger is corny—literally. Corn chips are crumbled into bison meat and sweet, creamy fresh-corn mayo goes on top.

Pulled Chicken Sandwiches with White Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Known as Alabama-style barbecue, White Barbecue Sauce is loved for its vinegary taste and use of mayo (rather than tomato sauce) as its base.

Southwest Burger Recipe

This chile-spiked burger is topped a slaw made of nopales or cactus paddles.

New England Turkey Burger Recipe

Caramelized onions simmered in hoppy Sam Adams beer top this burger, while shaved Vermont Cheddar adds tang and richness to the meat.