Corned beef sandwich

A corned beef sandwich is a cherished classic that typically features slices of corned beef accompanied by mustard and a side of pickles. In the United Kingdom, these sandwiches often come with an intriguing twist by incorporating pickle (referred to as "corned beef" in the UK, known as bully beef in other regions).

Across the Atlantic in the United States, one of the most famous iterations of this sandwich is the Reuben. This variation adds a tangy depth with the inclusion of sauerkraut.

Here’s a fascinating tidbit: astronaut John Young once smuggled a corned beef sandwich on rye bread aboard the Gemini 3 spacecraft. This act of defiance caused quite a commotion due to the potential hazards of floating crumbs and the persistent odor in the confined space of the spacecraft.