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Muffuletta Sandwich

Irresistible Muffuletta Sandwich: Layers of Flavor Await

This Muffuletta Sandwich combines hearty meats, creamy cheeses, and zesty olive salad for an irresistible meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 round Muffuletta Bread Substitute with crusty Italian or French bread if unavailable
For the Olive Salad
  • ½ cup Olive Salad Can be homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness to the olive salad
For the Meats
  • 4 ounces Mortadella Can be swapped with turkey or ham
  • 4 ounces Salami Feel free to swap it for pepperoni or other cured meats
  • 4 ounces Capicola Prosciutto works well as an alternative
For the Cheeses
  • 4 ounces Provolone Cheese Substitute with gouda or cheddar for a twist
  • 4 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Opt for the creamy version for best results
Seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • panini press

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Muffuletta Sandwich
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of olive salad with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Stir until well mixed.
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  2. Carefully cut the Muffuletta bread in half horizontally. Hollow out some interior bread if desired.
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  3. Layer the meats starting with mortadella, followed by salami, and finishing with capicola.
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  4. Place slices of provolone cheese evenly over the meat layers, then add fresh mozzarella slices on top.
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  5. Spoon the prepared olive salad over the cheese layer evenly.
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  6. Place the top half of the bread back onto the layers and apply gentle pressure to compact the sandwich.
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  7. Serve immediately or let it rest for 30 minutes. For a crispy treat, use a panini press for 5–7 minutes.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the sandwich to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving for richer flavors. Use a serrated knife for clean slices.

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