Muffuletta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bread
Olive Salad
Meats
Cheese
Method
Preparation of Olive Salad
- 1
Make the Olive Salad
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped green olives, black olives, pickled vegetables, and minced garlic.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, then drizzle the red wine vinegar and olive oil over the mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 3
Let it Marinate
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the olive salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembling the Muffuletta
- 4
Slice the Bread
Take the loaf of muffuletta bread and slice it in half horizontally.
- 5
Spread Olive Salad
Spread a generous layer of the marinated olive salad on the bottom half of the bread.
- 6
Layer the Meats
Place the slices of salami, ham, and mortadella evenly over the olive salad.
- 7
Add Cheese
Top the meats with slices of provolone cheese.
- 8
Top with More Olive Salad
Add another layer of the olive salad on top of the provolone cheese.
- 9
Close the Sandwich
Place the top half of the bread over the fillings and press down gently.
- 10
Wrap and Rest
Wrap the assembled muffuletta tightly in plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for about 15-30 minutes before serving.