Dagwood sandwich

Dagwood Sandwich

The Dagwood Sandwich is a tall, multi-layered sandwich made with a variety of meats, cheeses, and condiments. It was named after Dagwood Bumstead, a central character in the comic strip Blondie, who is frequently illustrated making these sandwiches. Since its first appearance in the comic strip in 1936, the Dagwood has become an icon in American pop culture.

History

The Dagwood Sandwich was first introduced in the Blondie comic strip by Chic Young in 1936. The character Dagwood Bumstead is known for his love of large sandwiches, and the term "Dagwood Sandwich" has since been adopted to describe any sandwich that is piled high with a variety of ingredients.

Ingredients

A traditional Dagwood Sandwich includes multiple types of deli meat, such as turkey, ham, and roast beef, along with various cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and condiments. However, the defining characteristic of a Dagwood is not the specific ingredients, but rather the size and complexity of the sandwich.

In Popular Culture

The Dagwood Sandwich has been referenced in various forms of media, including television shows, movies, and books. It has also inspired real-world culinary creations, including a chain of sandwich shops called Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes.

See Also

• List of sandwiches
• List of American sandwiches
• Submarine sandwich
• Club sandwich

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