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Easy Toasted Italian Sandwich

Toasted Italian Sandwich

Recipe by Lucia Dorinda

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  • Total Time25 minutes
  • Yield1 sandwich 1x

This Toasted Italian Sandwich layers pesto, sundried tomatoes, deli meats, and fresh mozzarella on ciabatta, then toasts it until hot and melty.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ciabatta roll
  • 1 tablespoon pesto sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped sundried tomatoes in oil
  • 2 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 3 slices ham
  • 1 slice salami
  • 1 slice cracked black pepper salami
  • 1 slice pepperoni
  • 1 slice turkey pepperoni

Instructions

  1. Heat a toaster oven or regular oven to a medium toast setting or about 375 F. Slice the ciabatta roll in half horizontally.
  2. Place both halves of the roll cut side up in the toaster oven and toast for a few minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the bread is crisp.
  3. Remove the toasted bread and place it on a cutting board. Spread the pesto evenly over the cut side of the top half of the roll.
  4. Spread the chopped sundried tomatoes over the cut side of the bottom half of the roll, spreading them out so they cover the surface.
  5. Layer the meats on the bottom half over the tomatoes, starting with ham, then adding salami, cracked black pepper salami, pepperoni, and turkey pepperoni.
  6. Place the slices of fresh mozzarella on top of the meats so they cover most of the sandwich surface.
  7. Put only the bottom half of the sandwich, with the meats and mozzarella, back into the toaster oven or oven. Toast for a few minutes until the mozzarella is melted and the meats are warmed through.
  8. Remove the bottom half from the toaster oven. Place the top half with pesto over the melted cheese and press gently to close the sandwich.
  9. Transfer the Toasted Italian Sandwich to a cutting board, slice it in half with a sharp knife, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Storage: This sandwich is best eaten right after toasting. If you have leftovers, wrap them in foil and refrigerate for up to 1 day, then reheat in a toaster oven until the bread is crisp and the cheese is warm.
  • Substitutions: Use a French baguette or Italian roll if you do not have ciabatta. Swap deli meats for your favorites, such as turkey, chicken, or prosciutto. Provolone or sliced mozzarella can be used instead of fresh mozzarella.
  • Make Ahead: You can build the sandwich with pesto, sundried tomatoes, meat, and cheese, then wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Toast just before serving so the bread stays crisp and the cheese melts fresh.
  • Tips: Toast the bread on its own first so it stays crisp under the fillings. Watch the sandwich closely during the second toasting so the cheese melts without burning the edges of the bread.
  • Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated and can vary based on specific ingredients, brands, and portion sizes used.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Toasted
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 860
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 3390mg
  • Fat: 61g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 39g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Find it online: https://www.alldietmeals.com/toasted-italian-sandwich/