Muffuletta Sandwich: By Any Name, It Tastes Great!

The muffuletta sandwich is a New Orleans classic. It's made with a round loaf of Italian bread, olive salad, and meats like salami, mortadella, and provolone. The sandwich is then pressed down to let the flavors meld together.

I first tried a muffuletta sandwich when I was visiting New Orleans a few years ago. I was immediately hooked by the combination of the salty olives, the flavorful meats, and the soft bread. I knew I had to learn how to make it myself.

In this blog post, I'll share my recipe for muffuletta sandwich. I'll also give you some tips for making your own sandwich. So if you're looking for a delicious and hearty sandwich, read on!

Ingredients

• 1 large round loaf of Italian bread

• 1 cup olive salad (recipe below)

• 1 pound thinly sliced salami

• 1 pound thinly sliced mortadella

• 1 pound thinly sliced provolone cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. Slice the bread in half horizontally.

3. Spread olive salad on the bottom half of the bread.

4. Layer salami, mortadella, and provolone cheese on top of the olive salad.

5. Top with the other half of the bread.

6. Wrap the sandwich in foil and place it in a baking dish.

7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is slightly golden brown.

8. Let the sandwich cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Olive Salad Recipe

• 1 cup pitted black olives

• 1 cup pitted green olives

• 1/2 cup chopped red onion

• 1/2 cup chopped celery

• 1/4 cup chopped capers

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients.

2. Stir until well combined.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Tips

• You can use any type of Italian bread for this sandwich. I like to use a crusty loaf, but a softer bread will also work.

• If you don't have olive salad, you can make your own. Just combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.

• You can also add other ingredients to your muffuletta sandwich, such as ham, pepperoni, or roasted red peppers.

• This sandwich is best served warm, but it can also be enjoyed cold.

Conclusion

The muffuletta sandwich is a delicious and hearty sandwich that is perfect for a picnic or a party. It's also a great way to use up leftover meats and cheeses. So give it a try and see for yourself how good it is!

Bonus: Here are a few more tips for making the best muffuletta sandwich:

• Use fresh, high-quality ingredients.

• Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings.

• Serve the sandwich warm or cold.

• Enjoy!