Giant Muffaletta Italian Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 1 large round Italian bread loaf (about 10 inches in diameter)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• ¼ lb turkey ham, thinly sliced
• ¼ lb beef salami, thinly sliced
• ¼ lb mortadella, thinly sliced
• ¼ lb provolone cheese, sliced
• ¼ lb mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1 cup olive salad (homemade or store-bought)
• ¼ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Slice the Italian bread loaf in half horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, and basil. Brush this mixture evenly onto both cut sides of the bread.
3. Begin layering the sandwich by placing turkey ham on the bottom half, followed by beef salami, mortadella, provolone cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
4. Spread the olive salad evenly over the cheese. If desired, add sliced pepperoncini for extra flavor.
5. Place the top half of the bread on the sandwich and gently press down.
6. Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and set a heavy object (like a cast-iron skillet) on top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let the flavors blend.
7. When ready to serve, unwrap the sandwich and cut it into wedges using a sharp knife.

Tips:

• For the best taste, let the sandwich rest overnight.
• Use a sharp knife for clean slices.
• Great for picnics, parties, or a filling lunch.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Muffaletta!