( Episode 40 ) Italian Combo Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 slices Semolina Bread (Italian semolina sandwich rolls, sliced horizontally)
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (For drizzling on bread and lettuce)
• 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (Adds tangy brightness; only on bottom slice)
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano (Sprinkled on bottom slice)
• 2 leaves Iceberg Lettuce (Shredded; tossed with olive oil and vinegar)
• 1 medium Long Island Beefsteak Tomato (Thinly sliced; placed under mozzarella)
• 4 oz Fresh Mozzarella (Thin slices; should touch the tomato to melt slightly)
• 4 oz Capicola (Gabagool) (Thinly sliced deli meat)
• 4 oz Soprasata (Thinly sliced spicy Italian salami)
• 4 oz Mortadella (with pistachios) (Thinly sliced; Italian bologna with pistachios)
• 4 oz Pepperoni (Thinly sliced)
• 4 oz Prosciutto (Thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp Pickled Red Onions (Provides zing and crunch)
• 2 tbsp Marinated Pepper Slices (Adds a little heat and texture)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread Base

   Lay out two slices of semolina bread. Drizzle each bottom slice with 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tbsp red wine vinegar, and sprinkle ½ tsp dried oregano. Do not add vinegar to the top slice.

   Time: PT2M

2. Season the Lettuce

   Wash and pat dry iceberg lettuce leaves. Shred them, place on a small bowl, drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and ½ tbsp red wine vinegar, then toss lightly.

   Time: PT3M

3. Slice Fresh Ingredients

   Thinly slice the beefsteak tomato and fresh mozzarella. Set aside on a plate.

   Time: PT4M

4. Layer the Sandwich

   On the prepared bottom bread slice, layer in order: shredded lettuce, tomato slices, mozzarella (touching the tomato), capicola, soprasata, mortadella, pepperoni, prosciutto, pickled red onions, and marinated pepper slices. Top with the second bread slice.

   Time: PT5M

5. Finish and Serve

   Press the sandwich gently with your hand or a panini press for 1‑2 minutes if you prefer a warm, toasted sandwich. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

Nutrition Facts

Calories

800

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

45 g

Fiber

5 g