1. Use a vegetable peeler for cheese
In the most recent episode of the podcast, Baz and Bond talk through the nuances of the beloved grilled cheese sandwich. While there were many golden nuggets in this 30 minute episode, there was one moment where I thought, "Why haven't I always been doing that?".
2. Season your lettuce
If you've followed along with Baz's cooking at all, it's no secret that she loves salt. If there was any doubt, she literally sells shirts with "I Love Salt" printed across the front ( buy it: $35, ShopMollyBaz.com ).
3. Add nuts to a PB&J
This tip feels more like a revelation: if you want an extra crunch, add more chopped nuts to crunchy peanut butter. For a PB&J sandwich, this helps add some interest and levels of texture to what is typically soft and mushy.
4. Make your own mayo
Sure, the "best" brand of mayonnaise is a hotly debated topic, especially for BLT lovers. But Baz has another idea. Making your own mayonnaise from scratch is surprisingly easy (Baz literally does it in minutes during the podcast) and delivers impressive results.
5. Always add acidity
There are five main flavors our taste buds can decipher: salty, sweet, bitter, umami and acid. Baz states in basically every episode that one flavor profile that should not be overlooked in sandwiches is acidity. Even in a PB&J, she opts for cherry jam because of its tart notes as well as its sweetness.
6. Don't forget the condiments
Condiments are a vital part of any sandwich. Just think, what is a BLT without mayo? Or an Italian sub without mustard? Baz and Bond have many strong feelings about condiments and how they can elevate the simplest of sandwiches, too.
