CHOPPED ITALIAN SANDWICHES

INGREDIENTS:

For the Sandwich:

1 loaf Italian bread or ciabatta, sliced in half lengthwise

1/4 pound salami, thinly sliced

1/4 pound ham, thinly sliced

1/4 pound mortadella, thinly sliced

1/4 pound provolone cheese, thinly sliced

1 cup iceberg lettuce, chopped

1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced

1/2 cup pepperoncini, sliced

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

2 tomatoes, sliced

For the Dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

Assemble the Sandwich:

Open the sliced loaf of bread on a cutting board.

Layer the salami, ham, mortadella, and provolone cheese evenly on the bottom half of the bread.

On top of the meats and cheese, add the chopped lettuce, roasted red peppers, pepperoncini, red onion, and tomato slices.

Dress the Sandwich:

Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the top of the sandwich fillings. The dressing will add a tangy and flavorful kick to the sandwich …