Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBirchTree Bread CompanyMarcello Italiano Recipe

Marcello Italiano Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Salami, capicola, North Country ham, provolone, basil, pesto, pickled vegetables, focaccia

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Ingredients

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Meats

Cheese

Herbs & Spreads

Pickled Vegetables

Bread

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Meats

    Thinly slice the salami, capicola, and North Country ham into manageable pieces.

  2. 2

    Slice the Cheese

    Cut the provolone cheese into slices or cubes, depending on your preference.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Drain the pickled red onions and pickled cucumbers. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Focaccia

    If the focaccia bread is not pre-sliced, slice it into two pieces horizontally for easy layering.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Layer the Ingredients

    On one half of the focaccia slice, layer the salami, capicola, North Country ham, and provolone cheese.

  2. 6

    Add Herbs and Spreads

    Spread the pesto evenly over the meats and cheese. Add fresh basil leaves on top.

  3. 7

    Add Pickled Vegetables

    Add the pickled red onions and pickled cucumbers on top of the basil.

  4. 8

    Top and Serve

    Place the other half of the focaccia on top to close the sandwich. Cut in half and serve immediately.

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