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Loaded Grinder Sandwich

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 Italian loaf
  • ¼ cup mayo
  • 2 tbsp balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Kalamata olives diced
  • 2 tbsp Calabrian hot peppers jarred
  • ½ tsp basil
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • 1 small head lettuce shredded
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 pack Your favourite deli meat Salami, mortadella, turkey, etc
  • ½ cup shredded cheese sharp cheddar and Jarlsberg work well
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • ¼ red onion thinly sliced

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine mayo, vinegar, olives, hot peppers, shredded lettuce, and spices; mix well and set aside.
  • Cut the Italian loaf in half and either scoop out some of the insides or press down making a slight indent.
  • Place loaf pieces on a large baking sheet.
  • Spread both sides of the bread with Dijon mustard and top with deli meat.
  • Sprinkle your cheese on top and broil for 2-3 minutes, just until the cheese has melted.
  • Pile on the sliced tomato, onion, and lettuce/sauce mixture; close loaf and cut into slices. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Get a good variety of deli meats and use 4 smaller sub buns so and your guests can make their own sandwiches (or you can make two different ones for yourself!).