Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich (Print Version)

Hearty Italian loaf layered with meats, cheese, and zesty olive salad, ideal for casual gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Spread

01 - 1 large round Sicilian or muffuletta loaf (8 to 10 inches in diameter)
02 - Olive salad (see olive salad section)

→ Olive Salad

03 - 1/2 cup chopped green olives
04 - 1/2 cup chopped black olives
05 - 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped pickled cauliflower (optional)
07 - 1 tablespoon diced garlic
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Fillings

09 - 1/2 pound sliced mortadella
10 - 1/2 pound sliced salami
11 - 1/2 pound sliced ham
12 - 1/2 pound sliced provolone or Swiss cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Slice the loaf horizontally and carefully remove some of the interior crumb from both halves to form a cavity for fillings.
02 - Combine green olives, black olives, roasted red peppers, pickled cauliflower, diced garlic, and olive oil in a mixing bowl. Stir to blend evenly.
03 - Generously spread olive salad onto the cut sides of both bread halves.
04 - Distribute mortadella, salami, ham, and provolone or Swiss cheese evenly over the bottom half of the bread.
05 - Cover with the upper bread half. Press gently, then cut the assembled loaf into halves or quarters, and serve.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Packed with bold flavors from classic Italian deli meats and a zesty olive salad
  • Feeds a crowd and holds up for hours so it is ideal for make-ahead lunches or picnics
  • Simple ingredient list and no cooking required
  • Tastes even better as it sits and the juices soak into the loaf
02 -
  • Sandwich holds beautifully for hours without getting soggy
  • Perfect for parties walks or outdoor picnics with minimal fuss
  • Customizable with your favorite meats and cheeses or add marinated artichokes for more crunch
03 -
  • Use the freshest bread you can find day old will soak up juices best without falling apart
  • Chill the sandwich under a heavy skillet for thirty minutes before slicing if you want perfect wedges and easy serving
  • Double the olive salad and keep it in the fridge for scrambled eggs salads and topping other sandwiches

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