Best Hearty Italian Sandwiches Recipes

HEARTY ITALIAN SANDWICHES

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I've been making this sweet and spicy sandwich filling for 35 years. It smells as good as it tastes! It's a great reward for a hungry family after a day working or playing outdoors. -Elaine Krupsky, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2 large onions, sliced
2 large green peppers, sliced
2 large sweet red peppers, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 sandwich rolls, split and toasted
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking both into crumbles; drain. Place a third of the onions and peppers in a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with half the meat mixture. Repeat layers; top with remaining vegetables. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and pepper flakes., Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until vegetables are tender. With a slotted spoon, serve about 1 cup of meat and vegetables on each roll. Top with cheese if desired. Use pan juices for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 30g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CIABATTA DELI SANDWICHES: A HEARTY ITALIAN-STYLE SANDWICH

Ciabatta Deli Sandwiches: a Hearty Italian-Style Sandwich image

This two-fisted sandwich boasts a variety of colors and flavors. Like red, plump tomatoes; fresh basil and mozzarella; red onions and green peppers; salami, ham and capacolla - drizzled with homemade Italian vinaigrette. These classic Italian flavors make a great combination for this well-loved Italian American sandwich. Chips or a scoop of potato salad and a piece of seasonal fruit make this a delicious, satisfying meal.

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 ciabatta rolls, halved lengthwise
mayonnaise, to taste
2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 large plump beef steak tomatoes, sliced thin
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 red onion, sliced thin and separated into rings
1 green pepper, seeded and sliced into thin rings
10 ounces whole-milk mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
12 fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
hard salami, baked ham, capacolla
italian vinaigrette (Recipe Below)
red pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

Spread desired amount of mayonnaise on each ciabatta's top and bottom.
Layer the ciabatta bottoms with shredded lettuce, salt and peppered tomato slices, onion and pepper rings, mozzarella, basil leaves, the deli meats, and sliced olives. (NOTE: You can mix-up the order of these ingredients to your liking.)
Drizzle with vinaigrette and sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Cover with the ciabatta tops.
Cut the ciabatta sandwiches in half on the diagonal and wrap in plastic wrap or waxed paper. Take a few books and set on top of the sandwiches to weigh them down and soak in the vinaigrette.
Unwrap and enjoy!
ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE: 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
Mix all ingredients in medium bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes 6 (2-tablespoon) servings. Prep Time: 5 minutes.

HEARTY ITALIAN SANDWICHES RECIPE

Hearty Italian Sandwiches Recipe image

Provided by HeatherS

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2 large onions, sliced
2 large green peppers, sliced
2 large sweet red peppers, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 sandwich rolls, split
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

In a skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium he until meat is no longer pink; drain. Place a third of theonions and peppers in a slow cooker; top with half of meat mixture. Repeat layers of vegetables and meat, then top with remaining vegetables. Sprinkle with salt pepper and pepper flakes. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until vegetable: tender. With a slotted spoon, serve about 1 cup of meat and vegetables on each roll. Top with cheese if desire Use pan juices for dipping if desired.