Make-ahead Italian Pressed Sandwiches | Lauren Lane Culinarian
Make-ahead Italian Pressed Sandwiches
15 mins prepServes 4
This make-ahead sandwich combines hardy ciabatta bread and is loaded with delicious Italian deli meats and cheeses. The sandwiches are impressive, tasty, and perfect for pool parties, picnics, tailgates, camping, or lake days.
1) Butter each half of the bread, and sprinkle salt and pepper. This will keep moisture from seeping into the bread.
2) Place a generous layer of overlapping cold-cut meats. Top with roasted red peppers.
3) Tap your mozzarella dry, and top the red peppers with a layer of mozzarella slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and Italian seasoning. Add a generous layer of arugula, and add the top slice of bread.
4) Wrap the sandwich tightly with plastic wrap and place it on a platter or baking sheet. Top with a heavy skillet or brick and place in the refrigerator.
5) Refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
6) When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap. Slice into pieces using a serrated knife, holding the sandwich in place, or using a sawing motion.
