Funeral Sandwiches
Yes, its' a thing
Long before people started turning up their noses at mouthfuls of sugar, fat, and carbs, (two) bite-sized pillows of warm comfort were served to crowds of mourners at funerals.
Enter: The Funeral Sandwich
Funeral sandwiches, also known as party sandwiches, are ham and cheese sliders; blanketed in a whipped concoction of butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire, Dijon, and onion powder, baked in the oven till golden, and served hot.1
Why the somber name for this ethereal treat? Funeral sandwiches were first served at funeral luncheons in the 1700’s, and have evolved into a quick, crowd-pleasing snack for wakes, potlucks, and Super Bowl parties alike.
But gluttons in the Bay State beware: Massachusetts law prohibits mourners at funerals from eating more than three sandwiches! True, but historically unenforced, so go ahead and indulge.2
Comfort food such as funeral sandwiches compliment our high spirits at celebratory gatherings, as well as boost our spirits at the end of a life. There’s a reason for this:
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