Baked Italian Grinder Sandwiches
Delicious and customizable Baked Italian Grinder Sandwiches filled with savory meats and melted cheeses, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 4 rolls Italian hoagie rolls Choose fresh rolls for best flavor.
- 4 oz salami Thinly sliced.
- 4 oz capicola Thinly sliced.
- 4 oz mortadella Thinly sliced.
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese Sliced or shredded.
- 8 oz provolone cheese Sliced.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Drizzled for flavor.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning To taste.
- 1 tsp salt To taste.
- 1/2 tsp pepper Freshly ground.
For the Toppings
- 1 cup lettuce Shredded.
- 1 large tomato Sliced.
- 1 small onion Thinly sliced.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the Italian hoagie rolls in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- Layer salami, capicola, and mortadella on the bottom half of each roll.
- Add slices of mozzarella and provolone cheese on top of the meats.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillings and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place the top half of the rolls on the sandwiches.
Baking
- Wrap the sandwiches in aluminum foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, unwrap, and add lettuce, tomato, and onion as desired.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Baked Italian Grinder Sandwiches!
Notes
These sandwiches are best enjoyed hot. Pair with crispy potato chips or a tangy pasta salad for a complete meal.