Trader Joe's Lifebuoy Sandwich Recipe

 

Ingredients

  • Hearty thick whole grain bread 2 slices
  • Monterey Jack cheese 2 slices
  • Tuna salad with mayo, celery, onions 1 scoop
  • Alfalfa sprouts
  • Avocado slices 
  • Tomato slices 2, cut thin
Directions
  • Place the cheese, 1 slice on each slice of bread, then sprouts, then tomatoes, then tuna, repeat backwards to finish sandwich. Cut in half.
  • Enjoy
In the late 70s, the Trader Joes in Pasadena had a fresh sandwich deli. The Pharmers would go there on Saturdays and treat me to a sandwich.

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