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3. While the grill heats, cut the bread into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Cut the remaining garlic clove in half and gently swipe its cut sides over the surface of the bread slices.

Grill the bread, turning occasionally, until evenly toasted dark brown, 3 to 5 minutes. (You can toast the bread under the broiler or in a toaster oven instead.

Baker Rebecca Bishop agrees: “Sourdough bread makes the best toasted sandwiches and keeps so well it’s the gift that keeps on giving!” However, she prefers a blend of flours.