Name: Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-489904H10M55S
Total time: PT-489904H10M55S
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 4 hoagie rolls; 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese; 4 oz salami; 4 oz capicola; 4 oz provolone cheese; 1/4 cup banana peppers, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil

Introduction

Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches are a warm, melty twist on a classic deli favorite. Packed with layers of savory meats, fresh cheeses, and tangy banana peppers, these sandwiches are perfect for a comforting lunch or casual dinner.

Two sandwiches sit on a wooden board, each made with a golden brown hoagie roll. The bottom layer of each sandwich has slices of pepperoni and melted yellow cheese. Above that, there is a thick layer of cooked ground meat mixed with small bits of vegetables. On top of the meat is melted white cheese sprinkled with small green herbs and bits of toasted crumbs, covering the inside of the top sandwich roll. The sandwiches look warm and juicy with the cheese melting slightly over the sides. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 hoagie rolls
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
4 oz salami
4 oz capicola
4 oz provolone cheese
1/4 cup banana peppers, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise.
Step 3: Layer salami on the bottom half of each roll, followed by capicola, fresh mozzarella, provolone, and banana peppers.
Step 4: Drizzle each assembled sandwich with olive oil.
Step 5: Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Step 6: Let the sandwiches cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with chips or a fresh salad.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add fresh basil leaves or a spread of pesto before layering the meats and cheese.
Try swapping banana peppers for roasted red peppers for a milder taste.
Use a serrated knife to slice the hoagie rolls cleanly without crushing the bread.

Storage

Store leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore the melty texture without making the bread soggy.

How to Serve

Two toasted sandwich rolls lie on a wooden board, each generously layered. The base is a soft light golden bread roll, sliced open. Inside, there are slices of pinkish-red cured meat with a slight gloss, topped with a thick layer of melted creamy white cheese that oozes slightly over the meat. The top roll, golden brown and shiny, is covered with a chunky green and yellow garlic herb spread, adding texture and color contrast. The whole scene is warm and inviting, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?

You can assemble the sandwiches a few hours ahead and refrigerate them before baking, but it’s best to bake just before serving to keep the bread crisp and the cheese melty.

What can I serve with Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches?

These sandwiches pair well with simple sides like potato chips, a green salad, or a light pasta salad for a complete meal.

Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches Recipe

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These Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches combine layers of savory salami, spicy capicola, fresh mozzarella, and provolone cheeses with tangy banana peppers, all toasted to perfection inside hoagie rolls. Perfect for a hearty lunch or casual dinner, baked until bubbly and golden for a warm and melty deli-style experience at home.

Author: Cleo
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
Category: Sandwich
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Sandwich Ingredients

4 hoagie rolls
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
4 oz salami
4 oz capicola
4 oz provolone cheese
1/4 cup banana peppers, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the sandwiches evenly and melting the cheese perfectly.
Prepare the rolls: Slice each hoagie roll in half lengthwise, creating a top and bottom half to hold all the sandwich fillings.
Layer the meats and cheeses: On the bottom half of each roll, evenly layer the salami followed by capicola, then place slices of fresh mozzarella and provolone cheese, topping it all off with the sliced banana peppers for a bit of tangy heat.
Drizzle with olive oil: Lightly drizzle about half a tablespoon of olive oil onto each assembled sandwich to help the bread toast nicely and the flavors meld during baking.
Bake the sandwiches: Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly, melted, and has started to turn golden brown.
Cool and serve: Remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These pair wonderfully with chips or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Notes

You can substitute the hoagie rolls with Italian bread or baguette if preferred.
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning or dried oregano before baking.
If you prefer a spicier sandwich, add sliced jalapeños or use spicy salami varieties.
Toasting time might vary slightly depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the cheese to avoid burning.
Leftover sandwiches can be wrapped and refrigerated, then reheated in the oven for best texture.

Keywords: Baked Italian Sub, Italian sandwich, hoagie sandwich, baked deli sandwich, melty cheese sandwich, salami sandwich