Baked Italian Sub Sandwich
A delicious and easy baked Italian sub sandwich recipe that combines crispy rolls with melty cheeses and savory cured meats, perfect for weeknight dinners or parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Italian hoagie rolls Choose rolls with a slightly crisp crust and soft crumb.
- 8 ounces Sliced salami Provides a balance of salt and flavor.
- 8 ounces Sliced ham Use leaner ham for a lower fat option.
- 8 ounces Sliced pepperoni For a spicier flavor, use a little less.
- 4 ounces Sliced provolone cheese Melts into a slightly tangy blanket.
- 4 ounces Sliced mozzarella cheese Adds creamy, stringy meltiness.
- 1 cup Lettuce For freshness.
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced Keep thinly sliced to avoid excess moisture.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps seasoning stick and adds freshness.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Or use fresh torn basil for flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional) Add to taste.
- to taste Zesty toppings (e.g., banana peppers, pickles) Add for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
- Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise, keeping the two sides intact.
- Layer the sliced salami, ham, and pepperoni on the bottom half of each roll.
- Top the meats with slices of provolone and mozzarella, overlapping for even coverage.
- Add lettuce, sliced tomato, and any zesty toppings on top of the cheese.
- Drizzle each assembled sandwich lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Wrap each sandwich tightly in aluminum foil and arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and sandwiches are heated through.
- Remove from the oven, let sandwiches rest wrapped for 1–2 minutes, unwrap, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Make ahead by assembling and wrapping sandwiches in foil up to 24 hours ahead; refrigerate and bake directly from chilled. Best when served warm.