Muffuletta Sandwich (New Orleans Italian Olive Salad Sandwich)
Muffuletta sandwich starts with a round Italian loaf split horizontally and hollowed slightly, then spread generously on both cut sides with olive salad - a mix of chopped green and black olives dressed in olive oil. Layers of salami, ham, mortadella, and provolone cheese are stacked inside, and the sandwich is wrapped tightly and pressed for at least 20 minutes so the olive oil soaks into the bread and melds the flavors together. The briny, tangy olive salad is what distinguishes the muffuletta from other deli sandwiches, cutting through the richness of the cured meats and aged cheese. Making it ahead and refrigerating allows the flavors to deepen further. No cooking is involved - just assembly and pressing - making it an ideal choice for picnics and gatherings.
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Instructions
- 1
Chop green and black olives and mix with olive oil.
- 2
Slice loaf in half horizontally and hollow slightly.
- 3
Spread olive salad evenly on both cut sides.
- 4
Layer salami, ham, mortadella, and cheese.
- 5
Wrap tightly, press for 20 minutes, then slice and serve.
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