Table Talk: Eat like the King with this peanut butter and banana sammy
The Fried Peanut Butter n’ Banana Sandwich at The Arcade restaurant was an Elvis favorite that will have you “all shook up.” (Courtesy The Arcade)
Jennifer Chandler
A cookbook author and former restaurateur, Jennifer Chandler has been writing about food and dining for more than 25 years.
She is the author of four cookbooks: “The Southern Pantry Cookbook,” “Simply Salads,” “Simply Suppers,” and “Simply Grilling.” While she boasts a degree from Le Cordon Bleu, this Memphis native is about making real food accessible for real families.
Elvis Week kicks off Friday, Aug. 9, with lots of festivities planned by Graceland.
A favorite Elvis-inspired meal is the fried peanut butter and banana sandwich.
If Elvis first put this delicious combination on the culinary map, the Arcade Restaurant has done its part, too. Its Fried Peanut Butter n’ Banana Sandwich has been featured by a number of national media outlets, including the Travel Channel. In 2020, it was included on Food Network’s list of best sandwiches in America.
Thick-cut Texas toast is smothered with peanut butter, layered with sliced bananas and griddled in butter until golden brown. You can order it with bacon added to the mix, but I prefer it with just peanut butter and bananas. It’s comfort food at its best.
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