Description
A quick and delicious Toasted Italian Sandwich featuring layers of savory salami, pepperoni, ham, and melted cheese, complemented with fresh veggies and a tangy Italian dressing, all toasted to perfection for a warm, crispy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 1 large Italian sub roll or ciabatta bread
- 4 slices salami
- 4 slices pepperoni
- 4 slices ham or capicola
- 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 4 slices tomato
- 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp banana peppers (optional)
Dressing and Spread
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise or Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for toasting the sandwich evenly and melting the cheese.
- Prepare the bread. Slice the Italian sub roll or ciabatta bread horizontally to create a top and bottom half for layering your ingredients.
- Layer the meats and cheese. On the bottom half, arrange the salami, pepperoni, ham or capicola, and provolone or mozzarella cheese slices to build the sandwich’s savory base.
- Add fresh vegetables. Top the meats and cheese with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, thinly sliced red onion, and banana peppers if using, adding crunch and flavor.
- Drizzle dressing and season. Pour olive oil and red wine vinegar over the veggies, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning to infuse the sandwich with classic Mediterranean flavors.
- Optional spread. Spread mayonnaise or Dijon mustard on the top half of the bread for added creaminess and a slight tang.
- Assemble and wrap. Place the top half of the bread onto the layered bottom half, then wrap the entire sandwich tightly in aluminum foil to prepare for toasting.
- Toast the sandwich. Place the wrapped sandwich in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until the bread is crispy on the outside and the cheese inside has fully melted.
- Serve warm. Carefully remove the sandwich from the oven, unwrap the foil, slice, and enjoy your warm, toasted Italian sandwich.
Notes
- You can substitute the meats with your preferred deli options.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the meats and add grilled vegetables.
- Banana peppers add a nice tangy spice but can be omitted if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Wrapping in foil ensures even heating and prevents the bread from becoming too hard.
- To speed up preparation, you can prepare the sandwich and wrap it ahead of time and toast right before serving.
