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Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich

Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich is a hearty creation featuring layers of savory cured meats and rich cheeses, enhanced by a bold olive salad.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 loaf sesame-crusted round loaf Can substitute with Italian or French bread.
For the Olive Salad
  • 1 cup green olives
  • 1 cup black olives
  • 1/2 cup pickled vegetables (Giardiniera)
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley Chopped
  • 1/4 cup celery Chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil Adjust as preferred
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Adjust as preferred
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the Fillings
  • 4 slices mortadella Deli-sliced
  • 4 slices capicola Deli-sliced
  • 4 slices Genoa salami Deli-sliced
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Plastic wrap
  • heavy cutting board or weight

Method
 

Olive Salad Preparation
  1. Finely chop a mixture of green and black olives, pickled vegetables, capers, garlic, parsley, and celery. Combine in a mixing bowl with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Season with oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Bread Preparation
  1. Slice the sesame-crusted round loaf in half horizontally and scoop out a small amount of the inner bread to create a hollow center.
Layering Ingredients
  1. Spread half of the olive salad over the bottom half of the bread. Layer with mortadella, capicola, and Genoa salami. Add provolone and mozzarella cheeses, followed by the remaining olive salad.
Assemble the Sandwich
  1. Place the top half of the bread over the filled bottom half and press down gently. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours.
Serving
  1. Remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and cut into wedges. Serve cold or wrap in aluminum foil and heat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the olive salad to marinate overnight. Use a sturdy sesame-crusted round loaf to hold the fillings and ensure even layering for maximum taste.

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