Description

These Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches are a delicious and hearty meal featuring layers of salami, ham, pepperoni, provolone cheese, and fresh bell peppers and onions, all baked to perfection on soft Italian sub rolls. The combination of melted cheese and seasoned olive oil makes for a savory and satisfying sandwich perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch.

Ingredients

Scale

Sandwich Rolls

4 Italian sub rolls (about 6 inches each)

Meats

4 oz salami, thinly sliced
4 oz honey or smoked ham, thinly sliced
4 oz pepperoni, thinly sliced

Cheese and Vegetables

8 oz provolone cheese, sliced
1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
1/2 cup sliced onions

Seasoning and Oil

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s properly heated for baking the sandwiches.
Prepare the rolls: Slice the Italian sub rolls lengthwise carefully without cutting all the way through, then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
Assemble the meats: Layer the thinly sliced salami, honey or smoked ham, and pepperoni evenly on the bottom half of each roll, creating a robust meat base for your sandwich.
Add cheese and vegetables: Generously top the meat layers with sliced provolone cheese, then add the sliced bell peppers and onions on top for a fresh and colorful crunch.
Season the sandwiches: Drizzle olive oil evenly over the fillings and sprinkle dried oregano for added flavor and aroma.
Bake to finish: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the sandwiches for 15-20 minutes until the provolone cheese is bubbly and golden brown, indicating the sandwich is heated through and ready to serve.

Notes

You can customize the sandwich by adding extra vegetables like sliced tomatoes or olives according to your preference.
For a spicier version, consider adding banana peppers or a drizzle of hot sauce before baking.
Using parchment paper helps prevent the sandwiches from sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Ensure the oven is fully preheated to bake the sandwiches evenly and melt the cheese properly.