Baked Italian Grinder (Printable Version)

Italian subs layered with deli meats, cheeses, and peppers, brushed with seasoned butter and baked until golden.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Bread

01 - 1 loaf Italian sub rolls

→ Seasoned Butter

02 - 120 ml unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 tablespoon garlic powder
04 - 1 tablespoon onion powder
05 - 1 tablespoon dried oregano
06 - 1 tablespoon dried basil
07 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Meats

10 - 225 g deli-sliced salami
11 - 225 g deli-sliced ham
12 - 225 g deli-sliced pepperoni

→ Cheeses

13 - 225 g deli-sliced mozzarella cheese
14 - 225 g deli-sliced provolone cheese
15 - 25 g grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables & Herbs

16 - 60 ml roasted red peppers, sliced
17 - 60 ml sliced black olives
18 - 60 ml banana peppers, sliced
19 - 60 ml fresh basil leaves

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat the oven to 190°C.
02 - Slice the Italian sub rolls lengthwise without cutting through the bottom, creating a hinge.
03 - Place the rolls on a baking sheet with the cut sides facing up, ensuring they fit comfortably without crowding.
04 - In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until fully incorporated.
05 - Generously brush the seasoned butter onto the cut sides of the rolls, covering both halves evenly.
06 - Layer deli-sliced salami evenly over the bottom half of each roll, followed by ham, then pepperoni, ensuring full coverage.
07 - Place the mozzarella cheese slices over the pepperoni, then layer provolone cheese on top, covering the surface thoroughly.
08 - Evenly sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese atop the provolone layer for added flavor and texture.
09 - Distribute sliced roasted red peppers, black olives, and banana peppers evenly over the cheese. Finish by placing fresh basil leaves on top.
10 - Bake the sandwiches in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese melts and the bread turns slightly crispy.
11 - Remove from the oven and let rest for one minute. Cut into individual portions using a serrated knife and serve warm.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Ensure the rolls are not sliced all the way through to maintain structural integrity during baking.

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