Description
This Giant Muffaletta is a bold and flavorful Italian sandwich, packed with layers of deli meats, cheeses, and a zesty olive salad inside a crusty Italian bread loaf. Perfect for parties, picnics, or game days, this classic New Orleans-inspired sandwich is easy to make and best enjoyed after the flavors have had time to meld.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large round Italian bread loaf (about 10 inches in diameter)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 lb thinly sliced turkey ham
- 1/4 lb thinly sliced beef salami
- 1/4 lb thinly sliced mortadella
- 1/4 lb sliced provolone cheese
- 1/4 lb sliced mozzarella cheese
Olive Salad:
- 1 cup mixed green and black olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Bread:
- Cut the Italian bread loaf in half horizontally.
- Brush both halves with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with oregano and basil.
2. Assemble the Sandwich:
- Spread a generous layer of olive salad over the bottom half of the bread.
- Layer the meats and cheeses in the following order: turkey ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, and mozzarella.
- Place the top half of the bread over the ingredients.
3. Press & Serve:
- Gently press down on the sandwich, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
- Slice into wedges and serve.
Notes
- Make it ahead! The flavors improve after sitting in the fridge for a few hours.
- Customize it: Swap meats or cheeses based on preference—try capicola, soppressata, or Swiss cheese.
- Bread substitute: If you can’t find Italian bread, use ciabatta or a large round focaccia.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- chill time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwich, Lunch, Party Food
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
