🥪 Italian Sub Squares (Baked Sandwich Slabs)
These are like a giant baked sub turned into shareable squares—perfect for parties, snacks, or quick lunches.
🥣 Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread or a pack of slider buns (kept connected)
- ¼ lb deli ham
- ¼ lb salami
- ¼ lb pepperoni
- 6–8 slices provolone cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup sliced banana peppers (optional)
- ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
Dressing:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Italian dressing
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Topping:
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
🔪 Instructions
- Prep the bread:
Slice the loaf horizontally (like a sandwich) or keep slider buns connected and slice through the middle. - Layer the filling:
Spread dressing on both sides.
Layer ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone, mozzarella, and any veggies. - Close & top:
Place the top bread layer on.
Brush with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. - Bake:
- Wrap loosely in foil
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes until warm and melty
- Slice & serve:
Cut into squares and serve warm.
💡 Tips
- Add lettuce and tomato after baking for freshness
- Swap meats based on preference
- Great for meal prep—reheat in oven for best texture
These come out melty, savory, and packed with Italian deli flavor—and they disappear fast at gatherings 😄
If you want, I can give you a no-bake cold version or a healthier low-carb version.
