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Hot Italian Sandwiches

Hot Italian Sandwiches

Delicious Hot Italian Sandwiches, perfect for meals or tailgating, with a mix of meats and cheeses.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • garlic press
  • sharp knife

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic small
  • 1 large ciabatta baguette about 24 inches
  • olive oil for brushing
  • ½-3/4 cup pesto
  • 8-10 oz smoked turkey
  • 12-15 slices salami
  • 12-15 slices pepperoni
  • fresh mozzarella cheese
  • oven roasted tomatoes or sub fresh or sun-dried
  • balsamic glaze optional

Instructions
 

  • Place mayo in a small bowl and use garlic press to press garlic into it. Set mayo aside.
  • Preheat oven to broil and place oven rack on the top.
  • Cut ciabatta roll in half lengthwise and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Brush both sides of open baguette with olive oil and place under broiler until golden brown.
  • Spread pesto on one side of the baguette and spread garlic-mayo liberally over the other half.
  • Layer turkey over the mayo side and top with salami and pepperoni.
  • Place mozzarella cheese over the pesto side and top with roasted tomatoes.
  • Turn the broiler off and place sandwich back in oven, leaving it for 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, drizzle with balsamic glaze if using, and put the sandwich together.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice.

Notes

Measurements are approximate and may need adjustment depending on the type of bread used.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Hot Italian Sandwiches, Italian cuisine, quick meals, sandwiches, tailgate food
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