Best Cracker Hero Sandwiches Recipes

MIGHTY HERO SANDWICH

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My friend Valerie is a gracious hostess. Of all the dishes she's shared over the years, this hero sandwich stands out. It's easy and colorful, and the marinated veggies give it all kinds of oomph. -Kelley Boyce, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large tomato, halved and sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 thin slices red onion, separated into rings
1 round loaf (1 pound) sourdough bread
1 small zucchini, shredded
1/2 pound sliced deli turkey
6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. Add tomato, mushrooms and onion; toss gently to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., Meanwhile, cut loaf horizontally in half. Hollow out both parts, leaving a 1/2-in.-thick shell (save removed bread for another use)., Drain marinated vegetables, reserving marinade. Brush marinade over inside of bread halves. Top bottom half with zucchini. Layer with half the marinated vegetables, half the turkey and 3 slices cheese; repeat layers. Replace top of loaf. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN HERO SANDWICH

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Italian hero, sub, hoagie, grinder - this classic sandwich has many names, and every deli makes it differently. Its deliciousness lies in the proportion of rich-and-fatty ingredients to spicy-and-crunchy ones. For optimal structure and texture, start with crusty rolls with pillowy insides (or toast soft rolls). Use two to four types of cured meat for a range of umami, and plenty of lettuce and pickles to counterbalance them. Then assemble wisely: Shingle the meat and cheese across the rolls, then top with pickles, onions and dressed lettuce. Once put together, the wet ingredients are wrapped in meat so they're held in place and the bread doesn't get soggy. Wrap with parchment or wax paper for tidier eating and transporting.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, sandwiches, main course

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
4 (6- to 8-inch-long) sub, hero or hoagie rolls, split lengthwise but attached on one side
Mustard and/or mayonnaise (optional)
4 ounces sliced provolone and/or low-moisture mozzarella cheese
1 pound thinly sliced Italian cured meats, such as salami, prosciutto, mortadella, coppa and/or soppressata
1 cup sliced pickled peppers, such as pepperoncini, banana peppers, giardiniera and/or jalapeños
1 small head iceberg lettuce (about 1 pound), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Rinse the red onion under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl. Add the red wine vinegar, dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine and set aside.
Arrange the rolls cut side up so they lie flat. Spread with a thin layer of mustard and/or mayonnaise, if using. Shingle the entire surface with the cheese, then the cured meats. Scatter an even layer of pickled peppers.
Add the iceberg lettuce and olive oil to the onion-oregano mixture and toss until well coated. Season to taste with salt. Pile the lettuce on one side of the sandwich, then close the sandwich and press down lightly. If packing, wrap the sandwich tightly in parchment paper or foil, then cut in half crosswise. Sandwiches will keep for up to 4 hours refrigerated.