Re: Sandwiches
Remember those great sandwiches that were served at the five-and-dime counters? The five-and-dimes are now long gone but we still remember enjoying those on our lunch hour. I think just about everyone who worked downtown ate at the five-and-dime at least 3 times each week!
There was the classic BLT and the Turkey BLT - loved those triple-decker sandwiches, served with potato chips and crispy dills.
Of course there was the classic burger, cheeseburger and patty melt with fries and pickles; meatloaf sandwiches served with mashed potatoes; classic grilled cheese and you could have tomato slices on that - also served with either a bowl of tomato soup or a side of potato chips.
They always had hot turkey and beef sandwiches served on rolls, kimmelwecks or bread and served with french fries. And of course the hotdogs ans sausages that were always spinning on the racks.
Just before the five-and-dimes closed they started to introduce the classic "hoagie" sandwich - assorted cold cuts, cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo. Those were served cold - they didn't bother toasting the rolls - and they were such a big hit.
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