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Italian Muffuletta Sandwich

Ultimate Italian Muffuletta Sandwich with Flavorful Twist

Savor the delicious layers of the Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich, featuring rich meats and zesty olive salad for a crowd-pleasing delight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Sandwiches
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 loaf Muffuletta bread Ciabatta or focaccia can be used as alternatives.
For the Deli Layer
  • 1 pound Assorted deli meats Includes salami, mortadella, and ham.
  • 6 slices Provolone cheese
  • 6 slices Mozzarella cheese Fresh mozzarella works best.
For the Olive Salad
  • 1 cup Olive salad Make it days in advance for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked preferred.
For Additional Layers
  • ½ cup Sliced olives
  • ½ cup Roasted red peppers
  • ½ cup Artichoke hearts

Equipment

  • serrated knife
  • spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing the round loaf of Muffuletta bread in half horizontally using a serrated knife, ensuring a clean cut.
  2. Stack a generous amount of assorted deli meats on the bottom half of the bread, spreading evenly.
  3. Layer slices of provolone and mozzarella cheese on top of the meats, creating a luscious blanket of creaminess.
  4. Gently spread the olive salad generously over the cheese layer.
  5. Sprinkle oregano and black pepper evenly over the olive salad.
  6. Artfully arrange the sliced olives, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts atop the olive salad.
  7. Carefully place the top half of the bread back on the stacked layers, gently pressing down.
  8. Wrap your assembled sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  9. After chilling, unwrap your sandwich and slice it into wedges or halves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill time is essential for flavor infusion. Serve at room temperature for optimal taste.

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