How To Make A Gourmet Sandwich (Recipe, Method, Backstory)

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Provolone offers a similar flavor at a lower cost.

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground beef is often less expensive than whole cuts.

Italian bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: sub rolls

Sub rolls are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative.

Start with fresh Italian bread from a local bakery to ensure it is soft.

Spread a layer of Calabrian chili relish on the bread for sweetness and heat.

Layer mortadella and two types of super asada on the bread, stacking them to build height.

Add a full ball of burrata cheese on top of the meats.

Drizzle a little olive oil over the cheese and sprinkle with black pepper.

Slice onions thinly using a mandolin for even slices.

Add sliced tomatoes on top of the onions.

Include a layer of mixed greens to keep the sandwich dry.

Finish with a drizzle of vinaigrette for acidity to balance the flavors.

Sprinkle dried garlic, dried basil, and dried oregano over the ingredients.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Spoon the mixture onto the bread to moisten it and the other ingredients.

Top with sharp provolone cheese for added flavor.

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