ITALIAN GRINDER

Whether you call it a sub, hoagie, hero, or grinder, this is a quintessential Italian-American sandwich.  

1 loaf crusty Italian bread, cut into 2 (6 to 8-inch) pieces 

Mayonnaise
Capicola or other Italian ham, sliced
Pepperoni, sliced

Genoa salami, sliced 
Provolone cheese, sliced 
Shredded lettuce
Onion slices

Tomato slices
Pepperoncini peppers, stems removed and sliced

Extra-virgin olive oil
Red wine vinegar
Garlic powder
Freeze-dried or chopped fresh oregano red pepper flakes

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Slice each piece of bread lengthwise to make sandwich rolls.
Spread a little mayonnaise on each side of the bread.

Layer the bottom half with a slice of the ham, pepperoni, salami, and provolone. 

Place under the broiler for a minute or two, just to melt the cheese.

Add the lettuce, onion slices, tomato slices, and pepperoncini. 

Drizzle with a little extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.

Sprinkle with a little garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes. 

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Place the top half of bread on and serve. 

Serves 2