A sandwich that is built on only once slice of bread is called an open faced sandwich.
An open faced sandwich is a popular way of presenting creative garnishes and fillings on a single slice of bread.
Open faced sandwiches are also often served as an appetizer or a meal.
The open faced sandwich uses a single slice of bread as a base.
Open faced sandwiches also allow for a wide range of different toppings, which include meats, herbs, vegetables and cheeses.
And because the toppings on the open faced sandwich are exposed, the open faced sandwiches are often designed so that they are visually appealing, with colorful ingredients that are arranged to enhance the presentation of the ingredients.
Examples of open faced sandwiches are Gravy covered open faced sandwiches, Crostini open faced sandwiches and Smørrebrød open faced sandwiches.
Smørrebrød open faced sandwiches are a traditional Nordic open faced sandwich that is served often with ingredients such as cheese, horseradish cream and asparagus.
Crostini open faced sandwiches are tiny open faced sandwiches that are popular for use as appetizer platters.
Gravy covered open faced sandwiches are a common comfort food in the United States and found in diners that often feature meat and gravy on a piece of toast.