Proof that even the humble sandwich is a chance to let culinary creativity shine, Aramark chefs and teams took several of the top 20 awards in Foodservice Director magazine’s Best Sandwiches Contest.
From the Mississippi State “Bulldog”—turkey, pepper bacon, fried green tomatoes, and a housemade tangy-spicy sauce—to Sam Houston State University’s “OMG Brisket Sandwich” with shredded Texas brisket, pepper jack cheese, roasted jalapenos, avocado, creamy Baja sauce, green onions, and cilantro on a toasted Cuban bun, check out the creative and tasty winners from the culinary teams at Aramark Collegiate Hospitality and Aramark Student Nutrition below.
The Bulldog, Mississippi State University
Turkey, pepper bacon, fried green tomatoes, lettuce, and a housemade tangy-spicy sauce.
OMG Brisket Sandwich, Sam Houston State University
Shredded Texas brisket, pepper jack cheese, roasted jalapenos, avocado, creamy Baja sauce, green onions, and cilantro on a toasted Cuban bun.
Crimson Crunch, University of Alabama
Smoked pulled pork, pickled red onions, fried onion strings, red barbecue sauce on Texas toast with fried pickles and slaw.
Engrained Salmon Sandwich, Arizona State University - Tempe
Grilled salmon, alfalfa sprouts, roasted red peppers, pickled red onions, and basil aioli on housemade tomato-herb focaccia.
The Black & Blue, Southwestern University
Thinly sliced roast beef, brown sugar-coated caramelized onions, blue cheese, cracked black pepper, and sriracha on a buttery brioche bun.
Parmesan Chicken Meatball Sub, Fort Worth Independent School District
Chicken meatballs, marinara sauce, and fresh basil on a hoagie roll.
Congrats to all the Aramark Best Sandwiches winners!
You can see all the winners at FoodserviceDirector.com.
