Growing up, my family adhered to a classic approach to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. We used either white or whole wheat bread, carefully slicing each sandwich into quarters. Separate utensils ensured the peanut butter and jelly remained distinct, and crusts were often trimmed off. Everything was tidy and traditional, embodying the quintessential peanut butter and jelly experience.
Fast forward to my childhood, when I was about ten or eleven. I was at my friend Lisa’s house during lunchtime, and we scavenged her pantry for something delicious. “I could really go for a PB&J,” I declared. She pulled out the peanut butter and jelly but opened the bread box to find it empty. “How about hot dog buns?” she suggested. I grimaced. Hot dog buns? Yuck! “But they’re still bread,” she insisted. “Just a different shape. I’m not suggesting you put a hot dog in there!” I remained unconvinced. This was the girl who mixed her toy figurines with her Barbies and used Legos in my dollhouse—clearly, her logic was questionable. I declined her offer, while she relished her creation, oohing and aahing over her unique sandwich as I sat there, hungry and waiting for dinner.
Now, let’s jump to the present day—30 years later. A few months ago, we found ourselves out of bread for my son Ben’s daily peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Desperate for a solution, I recalled that childhood memory and decided to give him a PB&J on a hot dog roll. “A hot dog sandwich? Awesome!” he exclaimed, devouring it in mere moments.
Since then, hot dog buns have become my go-to for his sandwiches. They’re neater, preventing jelly from oozing out the sides, and assembling them is a breeze—no cutting required. Plus, it adds an element of fun that the traditional sandwiches lack. It makes me wonder what other creative combinations I overlooked by sticking so rigidly to the norm.
However, I do maintain my rules about playtime—mixing characters from different worlds is just plain wrong.
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In summary, my perspective on peanut butter and jelly has evolved, showcasing the joy of thinking outside the box—even if some boundaries remain sacred.
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