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Italian Grinder Sandwich on a white plate

Italian Grinder Sandwich

5 from 2 votes
Delicious Sandwich with deli meats, Havarti, and a creamy-tangy grinder salad on soft focaccia bread. Feel free to use ANY favorite deli meats, very flexible!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings4 people
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Ingredients

Salad

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1½ teaspoon olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 small clove garlic, microplaned a few times no need to use the whole clove, just get some in there!
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 2-3 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion
  • ¼ cup mild banana peppers or pepperoncini, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Sandwich

  • 14-16 ounce loaf foccacia or other soft bread
  • 6 slices cheese, I like havarti
  • 4-6 ounces sliced deli turkey
  • 4-6 ounces sliced deli ham
  • 10-12 slices salami
  • 10-12 slices pepperoni

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425℉ and set out a baking sheet.
  • Mix dressing ingredients in a large enough bowl to add your greens to after. Combine mayo, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper an whisk until smooth.
  • Add shredded lettuce, red onion, banana peppers, and parmesan and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • Slice bread loaf in half horizontally and spread each side lightly with mayo. Place cut side up on the baking sheet.
  • Layer cheese and deli meats on one side and place baking sheet in oven for 5 minutes or until bread looks toasty and cheese is melting.
  • Remove from oven, transfer to a large cutting board and immediately top meat side with prepared salad topping. Top with remaining side of bread and slice!

Nutrition

Calories: 708kcal, Carbohydrates: 52g, Protein: 38g, Fat: 39g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 97mg, Sodium: 2031mg, Potassium: 283mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 365IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 297mg, Iron: 1mg
Course: Sandwiches
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Italian Grinder Sandwich
Calories: 708kcal
Cost: $18
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