Description
Discover the ultimate Muffaletta Sandwich, a New Orleans classic layered with cured meats, melted cheeses, and a tangy olive salad. This easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
– 1 round Italian or French bread loaf, sliced in half horizontally
– 4 ounces thinly sliced Genoa salami
– 4 ounces thinly sliced ham
– 4 ounces thinly sliced mortadella
– 4 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese
– 4 ounces thinly sliced mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup olive salad (see recipe below)
olive salad:
– 1 cup pitted green olives, chopped
– 1 cup pitted black olives, chopped
– 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
– 2 tablespoons capers
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. 1. Make the olive salad: In a bowl, combine all the olive salad ingredients and mix well. Set aside.
2. 2. Slice the bread loaf in half horizontally to create a top and bottom bun.
3. 3. Layer the bottom half of the bread with the salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, and mozzarella.
4. 4. Top the meats and cheeses with the olive salad, spreading it evenly.
5. 5. Place the top half of the bread on the sandwich.
6. 6. Slice the sandwich into wedges and serve immediately.
Notes
– For best flavor, let the sandwich sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
– Adjust the amounts of meats and cheeses to your preference.
– The olive salad can be made a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Bites & Finger Foods
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: New Orleans, American