Heavenly Handheld: Authentic New Orleans Muffuletta! Santo Pecora's recipe! Bring your appetite!

cured meats

🥗Healthier: turkey or chicken

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey or chicken provides leaner protein options.

olive salad

🥗Healthier: chickpea salad

💰Cheaper: store-bought relish

Chickpea salad adds fiber and is often more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while processed cheese is budget-friendly.

round loaf of bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds nutrients while white bread is more common.

Slice the round loaf of bread in half horizontally.

Brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil.

Spread olive salad generously on both halves.

Layer cured meats evenly on the bottom half of the bread.

Add slices of cheese over the cured meats.

Sprinkle garlic, oregano, and black pepper on top.

Add pickled vegetables for extra flavor.

Cover with the top half of the bread.

Wrap the sandwich tightly in foil.

Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat.

Place the wrapped sandwich on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes.

Flip the sandwich and cook for another 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Cut into wedges and serve warm.

Cooking Techniques

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