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Italian Picnic Sandwich Loaf filled with layers of deli meats, cheese, lettuce, and vegetables inside a round bread loaf.

Ultimate Pressed Italian Picnic Sandwich Loaf


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 240 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian option available

Description

A quick and easy Italian picnic sandwich loaf, perfect for family meals and customizable with your favorite ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 loaf crusty bread (ciabatta or focaccia)
  • 8 oz. salami
  • 8 oz. ham
  • 8 oz. provolone cheese
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1/2 cup olive tapenade
  • Fresh herbs (basil or oregano)
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice the bread in half horizontally.
  2. Layer salami, ham, provolone cheese, roasted peppers, and olive tapenade on the bottom half of the bread.
  3. Add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
  4. Top it with the other half of the bread and press down.
  5. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place a heavy object on top.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 240 minutes or overnight.
  7. Slice and serve with mixed greens.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can use up various ingredients, customize it based on your fridge contents.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg