In the neighborhood where I grew up, my go-to spot for culinary excellence was Armando’s Pizza. If I was in a hurry, I’d buy a slice and be on my way. But if I had the time, I’d have an eggplant sub.
Armando’s eggplant parmesan submarine sandwich took just a few minutes longer to prepare than a slice of pizza. Both of them went into the oven for some cheese-melting re-heat. The sub required extra time because I had to eat slowly and enjoy it properly.