Print Recipe
Hero Sandwich
 
recipe image
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 1
Introduced to America by Italian shipyard workers during WWI. Traditionally made with Italian cold cuts and cheese.
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 (6 -8 inch) italian rolls, sliced lengthwise down the middle (can use french roll)
2 teaspoons mayonnaise (optional)
2 thin slices soppressata
3 thin slices prosciutto, preferably imported from italy
2 thick slices fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese
1/8 cup yellow onion, chopped finely (or sliced paper thin)
1/4 cup shredded romaine lettuce or 1/4 cup iceberg lettuce
2 thick slices tomatoes
2 teaspoons sliced pepperoncini peppers (optional)
4 basil leaves
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
2. Spread mayo (if using) inside roll, then drizzle with half the oil-vinegar mixture.
3. Layer soppressatta, prosciutto, and mozzarella inside roll.
4. Add onions, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, and basil.
5. Drizzle with remaining oil-vinegar mixture.
6. Close sandwich and dig in.
By RecipeOfHealth.com