Muffuletta

Name: Muffuletta
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1 cup pitted green olives; ½ cup fresh basil leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread; ½ pound thinly sliced Genoa salami; ½ pound thinly sliced provolone cheese; 3 tomatoes, sliced; 1 large red onion, thinly sliced

Rating: 4.5 stars

32 Ratings
20 Reviews
4 Photos

A kalamata and green olive mixture fills a hollowed loaf of Italian bread; add Genoa salami, provolone cheese, tomatoes and onions and you have one delicious sandwich.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

20 mins

additional:

2 hrs

total:

2 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Combine the kalamata olives, green olives, basil, garlic and oil in a food processor or blender and process until coarsely chopped.

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Step 2
Cut the top from the bread loaf and hollow out the center so that about 1/2 inch of crust remains. Spread olive mixture evenly over the inside of the loaf. Layer the salami, cheese, tomatoes and onion until the loaf is full.
Step 3
Replace top of bread, lightly press down and wrap tightly in plastic wrapping. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 1 day. Slice crosswise in about 1 1/2 inch pieces, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

1016 calories; protein 40.2g; carbohydrates 71.7g; fat 63.2g; cholesterol 95.9mg; sodium 3697.7mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (20)

Most helpful positive review

KIMAR

03/05/2003

Great sandwich. Only problem is that it is a little difficult to eat - it is difficult to hold as it tends to slip and slide and fall apart. I think it might be better to make it in a round loaf of bread and cut it into triangle sections for easier handling. Next time I'll only use 2 tomatoes - 3 was too many. Great olive tapenade!! Read More

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PEGLEG1

06/20/2004

Great presentation! Too heavy on the olive taste for us. Will try again with a less strong olive base. Read More

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(8)

32 Ratings

5 star values: 21
4 star values: 6
3 star values: 5
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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KIMAR

03/05/2003

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BAMBOOZLE

06/15/2004

This was delicious. I used turkey instead of salami to make it a little less salty. I also weighed the sandwich down with two cast iron skillets to flatten it a little bit. Read More

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LINDA MCLEAN

08/20/2006

This is a great sandwich that's perfect for the men in your life. Nice and hearty. I made this the night before wrapped it tightly in plastic wrap put it on a plate and weighted it down. The following day the flavors had come together and it was much easier to take to the beach and eat. Thanks! Read More

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KLEVEAR

06/23/2010

Tasty! For the olive mix I added some roasted red peppers. Probably not necessary because it really toned down the yummy olive flavor. I would suggest no adding the olive oil in step 1 since the olives have plenty of juice (this will keep your bread a bit drier). All in all a tasty filling sandwich that you can make the night before and just grab it for lunch when you leave the house. Read More

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Kristin

05/16/2008

GREAT sandwich! I made this the night before cut it into portions for the kids and husband wrapped it in plastic wrap. The next morning everyone just had to grab their portion some fruit and a snack and their lunch was ready to go. My husband's co-workers could smell it while he was having lunch and wanted some. The kids' friends at school could smell it and wanted one as well one friend even had a taste of the tapenade and tried to jokingly steal the sandwich from my daughter. The kids and husband all came home raving about how good it was for lunch. I look forward to making this for our trips to the beach with extended family this summer. This recipe is definitely a keeper. Read More

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PEGLEG1

06/20/2004

Great presentation! Too heavy on the olive taste for us. Will try again with a less strong olive base. Read More

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SLIVNILLI

01/30/2008

Yum - just the way it should be! Read More

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Holly

09/10/2008

Love it! I left out the red onion. My husband ate one before I got home and he sent me a text that said "Yummy sandwich!":) Read More

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JELLBERG

03/24/2004

My family LOVED this recipe! I didn't change anything. Actaully I added green peppers- but thats it. I will definately make this again. Read More

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Muffuletta

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Calories: 1016

% Daily Value *

protein: 81 %

carbohydrates: 23 %

dietary fiber: 22 %

sugars:

fat: 97 %

saturated fat: 101 %

cholesterol: 32 %

vitamin a iu: 31 %

niacin equivalents: 120 %

vitamin b6: 34 %

vitamin c: 27 %

folate: 62 %

calcium: 59 %

iron: 33 %

magnesium: 29 %

potassium: 21 %

sodium: 148 %

thiamin: 95 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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KIMAR

03/05/2003

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BAMBOOZLE

06/15/2004

This was delicious. I used turkey instead of salami to make it a little less salty. I also weighed the sandwich down with two cast iron skillets to flatten it a little bit.

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LINDA MCLEAN