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Whether you prefer , a , or your favorite , I think we can all agree that sandwiches are wonderful and delicious. But when it comes to the best way to cut your favorite sandwich, things get more divisive. Some people prefer squares, some hack off the crust, and others don't cut their sandwich at all.

And hey, if it works for you, I'm not here to judge. But if you're looking to have the optimal sandwich experience, there's only one way to slice things: diagonally. In my humble opinion, a simple diagonal slice, producing two perfect triangles, is the only correct way to cut a sandwich.



Triangles are just more interesting and aesthetically pleasing than boring old squares or rectangles. Imagine a peanut butter and jelly sandwich cut into two rectangles. Now imagine that same PB&J cut into two beautiful triangles, elegantly stacked, bursting with creamy peanut butter and chunky jam.

There's a clear winner here, and it's shaped like a pyramid. Why triangles taste better Diagonally sliced sandwiches don't just look better; they taste better, too. For one thing, the diagonal cut reveals more of the sandwich's wonderful fillings.

The sight of that crispy bacon, ooey-gooey cheese, crunchy lettuce, creamy mayo, or whatever deliciousness you've packed between the two slices of bread primes your senses for an optimal tasting experience before you've even taken the first bite. The benefits don't stop once you've bit in. The diagonal cut makes the sandwich more accessible and therefore mor.

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