I have a 4-year-old, which means even though I love a good sandwich, I rarely get to eat one without a little negotiation. Unless it’s a burger (she’s all in for burgers), meals between two slices of bread often fall flat. That’s why this week’s plan is all about flexible sandwiches: DIY-style builds, deconstructed options, and satisfying meatless takes that appeal to both kids and grown-ups.

Also included: a nostalgic breakfast sandwich inspired by my early 20s, when I helped open a cafe on the North Shore of O‘ahu. It was hearty, rich, and packed with meat-free protein—just how I like to start the day. As always, while the groceries are listed based on what you need, they’re flexible enough to swap based on what you’ve got—especially for things like mayo, hot sauce, or bread.

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Welcome to Forkcast—our weekly meal plan with five recipes, a grocery list, and tips to keep dinner easy. This week’s lineup comes from home cook Christen Vidanovic, who’s all about making the most of summer produce.

By the beginning of July, I’m usually pretty settled in my summer routines: barefoot in the grass, flipping something on the grill, and waving to friends pulling up with drinks and kids in tow. It’s the kind of month where the lines between weekday and weekend blur—camp days melt into sunset picnics, and dinner is usually on the deck.

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