A serious sandwich …

is just that, a serious business. A final treat before you decide you have to do something about the over indulgence and measure your waistline in January.

A serious sandwich is all about layering your favourite ingredients.

I took the ingredients for just such a sandwich with me for Christmas at my Sister's, specifically designed for my Nephew Lucas who is lactose intolerant – why should he miss out!

The bread, as with any sandwich, is the key. I chose Piadina wraps, the large version – they are suitable for vegans and vegetarians and there's a smaller option available too. I bought them ahead and popped into the freezer – easy and convenient for the freezer bag and transit.

Milk is included in the majority of processed bread making so you need to check labels – there are brands that don't – Warburtons is one such. Many of their bakery products do not contain any dairy and are therefore suitable for vegans but are produced in bakeries that use dairy ingredients making milk rolls and milk bread.

Here's what the Piadina looks like and there's a choice :

Next up, the all important layers!