Italian Delight Sub Recipe

Prepare garlic butter

In a small bowl, combine softened butter and minced garlic. Mix until uniformly combined.

Mix chipotle mayo

In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chopped chipotle, lime juice, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust chipotle for heat.

Slice the Italian sub roll lengthwise, leaving a hinge if you prefer. Toast cut sides lightly in a skillet or oven for 2–3 minutes until just golden (optional).

Spread the garlic butter evenly on the bottom half of the roll. Spread the chipotle mayo on the top half of the roll.

Layer the meats on the bottom half over the garlic butter. Start with the pepperoni in an even overlapping layer, then place the ham slices on top so the stack is even.

Scatter the shredded or place the sliced mozzarella evenly over the meats. If you prefer the cheese slightly melted, place the open sandwich under a broiler for 30–60 seconds until the cheese softens—watch closely to avoid burning.

Season the tomato slices with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Arrange the tomato slices over the cheese, then add the lettuce leaves and optional thin red onion slices.

If using, drizzle 1 tsp olive oil over the veggies and sprinkle dried oregano evenly across the sandwich for added Italian flavor.

Close the sandwich, press gently to compress ingredients slightly, and cut in half on the diagonal. Serve immediately.

Serve with pickles or chips on the side if desired.