Jul 13 2026
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Classic Italian Recipe

Inspired by La Carreta
Time20m
Serves1

Indulge in our Classic Italian Sandwich—crafted with premium Genoa salami, capicola, prosciuttini, onions, provolone cheese, lettuce, onion, and tomato.

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Ingredients

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Meats

Cheese

Vegetables

Bread

Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the lettuce, tomato, and onion thoroughly. Slice the tomato into thin rounds, and the onion into thin rings. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the submarine sandwich roll lengthwise without cutting all the way through, creating a hinge. Open it gently.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Layer the Meats

    Start by layering the Genoa salami, capicola, and prosciuttini evenly on the bottom half of the sandwich roll.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

    Place the provolone cheese slices on top of the meats.

  3. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Layer the lettuce, tomato slices, and onion rings on top of the cheese.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Add Condiments

    Drizzle olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  2. 7

    Close the Sandwich

    Carefully close the sandwich by folding the top half over the fillings.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Cut the sandwich in half for easier handling and serve immediately.

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