20 Standard Italian Sub Recipe Unleash Your Inner Chef!

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of Italian or French bread
• 1/4 lb of capicola, thinly sliced
• 1/4 lb of genoa salami, thinly sliced
• 1/4 lb of prosciutto, thinly sliced
• 1/4 lb of ham, thinly sliced
• 1/4 lb of provolone cheese, thinly sliced
• 1/4 lb of mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup of sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup of banana peppers, sliced
• 1/2 cup of tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup of red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup of Italian dressing
• 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
• 1 tsp of dried oregano
• 1 tsp of dried basil
• 1 tsp of dried parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the Italian or French bread in half lengthwise and place it on a baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the Italian dressing, mayonnaise, dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, and salt and pepper.
4. Spread the dressing mixture onto both halves of the bread.
5. Layer the capicola, genoa salami, prosciutto, and ham on the bottom half of the bread.
6. Top with the provolone and mozzarella cheese slices.
7. Add the sliced black olives, banana peppers, tomatoes, and red onion on top of the cheese.
8. Place the top half of the bread on the sandwich.
9. Bake the sandwich in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips and Variations

• For a vegetarian option, replace the meats with marinated and grilled vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers.
• Add a layer of pesto on the dressing for an extra burst of flavor.
• For a spicy kick, use spicy Italian deli meats and add some crushed red pepper flakes to the dressing mixture.
• For a lighter version, use whole wheat or multigrain bread and skip the mayonnaise.

In conclusion

This standard Italian sub recipe is a great way to satisfy your cravings for a delicious deli sandwich. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, this Italian sub is sure to become a family favorite. Feel free to make any variations and additions to suit your taste buds. Enjoy!