Shaggy Sandwich

Definition

An absurdly massive, overstuffed sandwich that requires unhinging your jaw to eat, inspired by the chaotic food creations from Scooby-Doo. It must meet strict criteria: multiple breads, four types of meat (plus bacon as its own food group), three cheeses, veggies, multiple sauces, and something completely non-traditional like cake or donuts.

Example Usage

I made a Shaggy Sandwich for lunch with turkey, ham, roast beef, bacon, swiss, cheddar, mayo, mustard, pickles, and a brownie between the layers.

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