A hearty, flavor-packed Italian sandwich loaded with layers of cured meats, melted cheeses, and a zesty homemade olive salad. Perfect for feeding a crowd!

Ingredients:

For the Olive Salad:

1 cup (150g) pitted green olives, chopped
1 cup (150g) pitted black olives, chopped
½ cup (75g) roasted red peppers, chopped
½ cup (60g) pickled giardiniera, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp (30ml) red wine vinegar
1 tsp (5g) dried oregano
1 tsp (5g) dried basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Sandwich:

1 large round Italian or French bread loaf (9-10 inches)
4 oz (115g) sliced Genoa salami
4 oz (115g) sliced mortadella
4 oz (115g) sliced chicken ham
4 oz (115g) sliced provolone cheese
4 oz (115g) sliced mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

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