Surprise sandwiches -recipe

Turns out August is National Sandwich month.As legend has it in 1762 the sandwich was invented by John Montagu, who was the 4TH Earl of Sandwich.Seems John was quite a gambler and during a 24 hour gambling binge he instructed one of the cooks to prepare him a meal he could eat with his cards in his hands.The cook prepared him two pieces of toast with a slab of meat in it.The Earl was over joyed he could eat his meal with one hand and still play cards with the other!Hence the sandwich was born.Now I must concur because combinations of sandwiches have been around since ancient times.I am assuming this was the first time the word sandwich was introduced.Its a shame the cook that made it did not get any credit.That happens a lot in History I for one am happy the sandwich was introduced to the World !A sandwich can be an unlimited amount of combinations and can be fun and fast .All over the United States sandwiches represent pride such as in Philly we have the Philly Cheese Steak & Italian Hoagies,Pittsburgh has Grinders,New Orleans has Po'boys sandwiches and so on .This is making me hungry just thinking about it ! I am going to share an easy recipe called " Surprise Sandwiches " my mother started making when I was young.The great thing about these sandwiches is you can make them in advance and freeze them.Also these sandwiches have endless possibilities! Recipe & instructions for Surprise sandwiches : 1 1/2 lbs. cubed ham ( ask your deli person to cut extra thick slices,then at home cut it into cubes ),4 hard boiled eggs,2 dill pickles,1/2 lb. American cheese ( once again ask the deli person to cut extra thick pieces and at home you will cut into cubes ) ,6 rolls & 1/4 cup of mayonnaise . Now I prefer Italian rolls,my mother uses snow flake rolls & my sister uses whole grain rolls.Use what ever rolls make your mouth water.As for the mayonnaise use the same amount you would make your chicken salad or egg salad with.My Mother uses Hellman's Original & I use Hellman's Light.My mother uses a little mayonnaise and I am a mayonnaise freak so I add a little more.Go with what you like.You will be able to judge when you are mixing in your bowl!Chop all the ingredients and place in a mixing bowl. Add your mayonnaise and mix together. Cut your rolls down the middle,but not through.Spread mixture into the middle of your rolls . Wrap each sandwich in individual tin foil.Heat in the oven,on the middle rack , at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until your cheese has melted through and your sandwiches are a little crispy.Take the sandwiches out of the foil,cut and serve.Now I do not make my Surprise sandwiches with ham I use turkey .I add a 1/2 pound of American cheese,cubed because it melts nice and 1/2 pound of extra sharp provolone,cubed.I change the dill pickles to sweat pickles & add two tablespoons jalapenos cut up .You can switch it up each time !If you decide to freeze a bunch take them out 30 minutes to 60 minutes before cooking .These are very handy for a quick meal to throw into the toaster oven also. My Mother calls them Surprise Sandwiches because each bite is a surprise ingredient melting in your mouth! Now do not forget these are an easy and fun sandwich to let the kids help you with.Cut up the ingredients and let the kids mix or scoop into the bowl.Fun family time.My daughter has her own apron and utensils her size.Of course she still uses mine!Have fun and enjoy!