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Hot Roll Sandwiches Recipe

4.5 from 124 reviews

These Hot Roll Sandwiches are a deliciously cheesy, savory treat featuring soft sub rolls loaded with layers of provolone cheese, deli ham, and optional fresh spinach and pickles. Brushed with a flavorful garlic butter blend and baked to melty perfection, they make a perfect warm and satisfying snack or meal.

Ingredients

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Rolls and Butter Mixture

  • 4 large sub rolls, sliced horizontally
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Fillings

  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • ½ lb deli ham
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
  • ½ cup sliced pickles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready once your sandwiches are prepared.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the seasonings are evenly incorporated.
  3. Butter the Rolls: Take the sub rolls sliced horizontally and spread the seasoned butter mixture evenly inside each half. This adds flavor and helps create a golden, fragrant crust during baking.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Place the buttered rolls on a foil-lined baking sheet, buttered-side up. Layer each roll with provolone cheese slices, deli ham, and optional baby spinach and sliced pickles. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
  5. Cover and Bake: Cover the assembled sandwiches loosely with aluminum foil to keep moisture in, and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. This helps melt the cheese and heat all the ingredients through.
  6. Uncover and Brown: After 10 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese on top to brown slightly and the rolls to crisp up.
  7. Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool slightly for a few minutes. Slice as needed and serve warm to enjoy the melty, savory goodness.

Notes

  • Optional ingredients such as baby spinach and pickles can be omitted or substituted based on preference.
  • Using softened butter makes it easier to mix the seasoning evenly.
  • Covering with foil during baking prevents the rolls from drying out.
  • Feel free to switch the deli ham with turkey or roast beef for variation.
  • For extra crispiness, broil the sandwiches for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning.

Keywords: hot roll sandwiches, baked sandwiches, ham and cheese sandwiches, garlic butter rolls, melty cheese sandwich