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Flavorful Italian Sub Sandwich Recipe Easy Homemade Loaded with Fresh Ingredients

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A quick and easy Italian sub sandwich loaded with layers of quality deli meats, provolone cheese, fresh vegetables, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette dressing. Perfect for casual gatherings or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sturdy, crusty Italian sub bread loaf (about 12 inches long)
  • 4 oz sliced Genoa salami
  • 4 oz sliced capicola
  • 4 oz sliced mortadella
  • 6 oz sliced provolone cheese
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 medium ripe tomato, thinly sliced
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sliced pepperoncini or banana peppers
  • ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Slice the Italian sub bread horizontally but not all the way through, leaving a hinge on one side.
  2. Thinly slice the tomato, red onion, and pepperoncini. Shred the iceberg lettuce and set aside.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Open the bread and layer evenly with Genoa salami, capicola, and mortadella.
  5. Add slices of provolone cheese on top of the meats.
  6. Layer shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, pepperoncini, and olives if using. Add basil leaves if desired.
  7. Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the filling.
  8. Close the sandwich gently and press down lightly to compact the layers. Optionally, toast in a sandwich press or grill pan for 2-3 minutes on each side until bread is crisp and cheese slightly melts.
  9. Cut the sandwich into 3-4 portions using a sharp serrated knife and serve immediately.

Notes

Use a sharp serrated knife to slice bread and sandwich for clean cuts. Layer meats and cheese closest to bread to prevent sogginess. Whisk vinaigrette well to emulsify. Toast sandwich lightly if desired but watch carefully to avoid burning. Let sandwich rest a minute before slicing to allow flavors to meld.

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