Toasted Italian Sandwich

Name: Toasted Italian Sandwich with Creamy Slaw
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ciabatta rolls, sliced in half; 4 oz sliced pepperoni; 4 oz sliced hot ham; 4 slices provolone cheese; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning, plus more for sprinkling; 1 tbsp banana pepper juice (from the jar); 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce; 1/4 white onion, thinly sliced; 1 medium tomato, sliced; 1/4 cup sliced banana peppers

This toasted Italian sandwich layers pepperoni, hot ham, and provolone cheese with a tangy creamy slaw and fresh vegetables on ciabatta rolls, delivering a deli-style meal in under 15 minutes.

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Total

7 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

2 ciabatta rolls, sliced in half
4 oz sliced pepperoni
4 oz sliced hot ham
4 slices provolone cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp all-purpose seasoning, plus more for sprinkling
1 tbsp banana pepper juice (from the jar)
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1/4 white onion, thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, sliced
1/4 cup sliced banana peppers

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Instructions

1
Preheat your broiler. Place the sliced ciabatta rolls on a baking sheet.
2
Layer the bottom halves of the rolls with pepperoni and hot ham. Place a slice of provolone cheese on both the top and bottom halves of the rolls.
3
Place the baking sheet under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 1-2 minutes.
4
While the sandwiches are broiling, prepare the slaw. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, all-purpose seasoning, and banana pepper juice. Whisk until smooth.
5
Add the shredded lettuce and thinly sliced onion to the dressing and toss to combine.
6
Remove the sandwiches from the broiler. Spoon the slaw mixture over the meat on the bottom halves.
7
Top the slaw with sliced tomatoes, an extra sprinkle of all-purpose seasoning, and sliced banana peppers.
8
Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich, press down gently, slice in half, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toast the assembled sandwich under a broiler or in a 425°F oven just until the cheese melts (2–3 minutes) to avoid dry bread.
Add the slaw toppings after toasting to keep the lettuce crisp and prevent a soggy sandwich.
Slice the ciabatta rolls thin to hold the fillings without overpowering the meat and cheese ratio.
Use banana pepper juice from the jar instead of plain vinegar for a sharper, more authentic Italian sub flavor.

Substitutions

Hot ham → capicola or soppressata (similar Italian cured meat)
Provolone → fresh mozzarella or Italian blend (softer, milder)
Ciabatta rolls → Italian bread, focaccia, or crusty sub rolls (structure may vary)
Iceberg lettuce → arugula or mixed greens (peppery, more delicate)