Description
Hearty “Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches” deliver classic Italian flavors in a comforting one-pan meal. Layers of savory meats, melted cheese, and zesty marinara create a satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1/2 pound deli ham
- 1/2 pound salami
- 1/2 pound roast beef or cooked ground beef
- 1/4 pound sliced pepperoni (optional but tasty)
Breads and Cheeses:
- 4 hoagie rolls (keep them hinged, do not slice all the way through)
- 8 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pickled banana peppers or pepperoncini
- 1/2 cup sauteed onions (optional, but adds great flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle for even heating.
- Carefully slice each hoagie roll horizontally, keeping the bottom intact to create a hinged vessel for the fillings.
- Create a robust meat foundation by layering ham, salami, and roast beef inside the partially split rolls, allowing the meats to nestle comfortably.
- Strategically place pepperoni across the meats for an additional flavor dimension.
- Crown the sandwich with precisely arranged cheese slices, ensuring complete coverage of the underlying ingredients.
- Enhance the sandwich’s complexity by scattering banana peppers and caramelized onions throughout the layers.
- Arrange the prepared sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet to facilitate effortless cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Generously brush the exterior of the hoagie rolls with melted butter, creating a golden pathway for flavor and crispness.
- Liberally dust the buttered surface with Italian seasoning, allowing the herbs to infuse during baking.
- Loosely tent the sandwiches with aluminum foil, protecting them from excessive direct heat.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and ingredients to warm thoroughly.
- Remove the foil for the final 2-3 minutes, enabling the rolls to develop a crisp, appetizing golden-brown exterior.
- Serve immediately alongside complementary accompaniments like crisp chips, briny olives, or a vibrant side salad.
Notes
- Customize the meat selection by swapping deli meats with vegetarian alternatives like grilled portobello mushrooms or plant-based protein slices.
- Choose gluten-free hoagie rolls for a celiac-friendly version without compromising the classic Italian sub experience.
- Prep ingredients in advance and assemble sandwiches quickly during busy weeknights for a stress-free meal solution.
- Control sodium levels by selecting low-sodium deli meats and using fresh herbs instead of pre-mixed seasoning blends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1500 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg