Best Baked Italian Heroes Recipes

ITALIAN HEROES

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These flavorful sandwiches can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for later. They are full of flavor and you can vary the ingredients to your taste.

Provided by Cynthia Feldman

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) can marinated artichoke hearts, drained
2 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 (6 inch) French sandwich rolls
¾ cup sliced roasted red peppers
2 cups arugula leaves or spring mix
8 ounces thinly sliced hard salami
8 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese
4 pepperoncini peppers, drained and chopped
½ cup sliced black olives
½ red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

In a food processor or blender, combine the artichoke hearts, garlic and olive oil. Process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Slice the sandwich rolls in half lengthwise, and pull out most of the soft bread from the top and bottom. Spread the artichoke paste onto each side of each roll. Place layers of red peppers, arugula, salami, provolone cheese, pepperoncini, olives and onion into the rolls. Press sandwiches together, and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
Place sandwiches in the refrigerator, and place something heavy on top. It helps to place a plate on top, then place cans or any weighted containers on top. I used cottage cheese. Chill for up to 3 hours. Unwrap, cut in half and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1067.6 calories, Carbohydrate 96.3 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 56 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 48.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 3762.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

ITALIAN HERO SANDWICH

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This is the sandwich to make when you want an attention grabber! At a good Italian delicatessen, you'll be able to find the peppers and sliced meats as well as a crusty loaf that will hold all the fixings. Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Outdoors Series,Picnics and Tailgates,by Diane Rossen Worthington (Time-Life Books, 1998).

Provided by Michigan Dreamer

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 Italian bread, with sesame seeds,about 24 inches long,cut in half lengthwise
1/2 cup seeded and chopped pepperoncini pepper
1/2 cup seeded and chopped cherry pepper
2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce
4 tomatoes, thinly sliced
5 ounces thinly sliced salami
5 ounces thinly sliced capicola
5 ounces thinly sliced cotto salami
5 ounces thinly sliced mortadella
5 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oregano, mustard, salt and pepper.
Stir to mix well.
Whisk in the olive oil until incorporated.
On a work surface, lay out 3 long pieces of plastic wrap, placing them side by side and slightly overlapping.
Place the bottom half of the loaf over the wrap.
Spread the pepperoncini and cherry peppers over the bread.
Scatter evenly with the lettuce and layer with the tomatoes.
Drizzle with a few tablespoons of the dressing.
Layer the meats, one at a time, over the tomatoes, making sure to distribute them evenly.
Top with a layer of provolone cheese.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the cut side of the top of the loaf.
Place on the layered sandwich and enclose in the plastic.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or for up to 4 hours to develop the flavors.
To serve, unwrap the sandwich and slice into large pieces about 3 to 4 inches wide.