These sandwiches seem to be all the rage – but unless you’re one of those people that needs every new gadget and gizmo that comes on the market, the wonderful pressed sandwiches can be made a number of simple ways.

If you’ve ever been to a small, cozy diner you’ve watched them use a wide metal spatula to press “whatever” into the grill. Flip, and then do it again. That’s easiest.

You can always place a second heated skillet on top of your first (containing the sandwich) with a big can or two to weight it down… but to me that just means more clean-up.

An indoor grill – that boxer’s brand comes to mind – can do the same thing in most cases, and is great for other uses as well.

For that matter, if you don’t mind the crosshatched pattern, a waffle iron can do the same job. Rotate the dish, and tell your family that you’re giving them diamonds

I don’t understand the fuss about the “toys” – but if that’s you’re thing, go for it! My kitchen and counters simply don’t have room for all of them…