Fried Bologna Sandwich

There are few words that come to mind, when describing a fried bologna sandwich: yum, guilt, heavenly, forbidden, scrumptious, sexy, lol. Many words to describe a fried bologna sandwich, that transcend the deli counter. Frying the bologna with onion and peppers, gives it a whole new take on the humble luncheon meat, making it glorious. Did I just describe a sandwich as glorious? I guess so, lol. Enjoy your (fill in the blank) sandwich! ;)

• 1/4 pound bologna, about 3 thick slices
• 1/3 cup thinly sliced onion
• 1/2 cubanelle pepper, sliced thin
• 1 pat unsalted butter
• 1 ciabatta roll, cut in half
• mayonnaise
• sea salt

In a heavy bottomed pan, melt the butter and add the onion and pepper. Saute on low heat for about 10 minutes, until the onion caramelizes and the pepper is softened. Slice the bologna slices in half, and stack them on top of one another and cut into 1/2 inch slices. Add to the onion and pepper. Spread the bologna slices out so they have space to fry up and brown. Fry for about 5 minutes, stirring often. Season with sea salt if needed. Spread a little bit of mayonnaise on both roll halves and top with the fried bologna. Serve with chips. And a locally grown apple, just to quiet the guilt. ;) Enjoy!