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Classic Italian Grinder Sub Sandwich Recipe

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Make an authentic deli-style Italian Grinder Sub at home using quality cold cuts, sharp cheese, crisp vegetables, and a tangy homemade oil and vinegar dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf (about 12 inches) Italian bread or sub roll, slightly crusty
  • 4 slices Provolone cheese
  • 4 slices Genoa Salami
  • 4 slices Capicola (or Hot Capicola)
  • 4 slices Mortadella
  • 4 slices Ham (deli-style)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced Red Onion
  • 1/2 cup shredded Iceberg Lettuce
  • 1 medium Tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Pepperoncini peppers, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon dried Oregano
  • For the Dressing: 1/4 cup Olive Oil, 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard, 1 clove Garlic (minced), 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and black pepper until emulsified. Set aside.
  2. Slice the Italian bread lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through so the bottom half holds the ingredients.
  3. Layer the cheese: Place the Provolone slices evenly across the bottom half of the bread.
  4. Layer the meats: Arrange the Genoa Salami, Capicola, Mortadella, and Ham over the cheese. Distribute the meats evenly across the length of the sub.
  5. Add the vegetables: Place the sliced tomatoes over the meats. Top with the sliced red onion and pepperoncini peppers.
  6. Dress the sandwich: Drizzle half of the prepared dressing mixture over the fillings. Sprinkle the dried oregano evenly over the fillings.
  7. Add the lettuce: Pile the shredded iceberg lettuce on top of the dressed ingredients.
  8. Finish the dressing: Drizzle the remaining dressing over the lettuce.
  9. Assemble the sub: Gently close the top half of the bread over the fillings. Press down lightly to compact the sandwich.
  10. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality, thinly sliced cold cuts from your local deli counter.
  • If you prefer a softer roll, lightly toast the bread for 3 minutes before assembling to add structure.
  • To replicate a true deli-style grinder, lightly oil the bread before adding the cheese layer.

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