New Orleans Muffuletta Sandwich

This classic sandwich originated in New Orleans in 1906.

Its key flavor component is the olive mix, which we’ve streamlined

in this variation on the authentic olive recipe.

The olive mix also works well as a cold pasta salad dressing.

Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 cups pimento-stuffed olives, drained
• 1/4 cup capers, drained
• 1/2 cup Italian dressing
• Ciabatta rolls, warm, split
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 8 ounces smoked ham, sliced
• 8 slices Genoa salami
• 8 slices provolone cheese

Preparation

1. In food processor, combine garlic, olives, cappers and Italian dressing. Pulse until coarse-chopped; reserve.
2. For each sandwich, spread bottom half of Ciabatta roll with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, then top with 2 ounces ham, 2 slices salami, 2 slices cheese, and top with 1/4 cup olive relish.
3. Close sandwich with top halves of rolls.

We had this HUGE sandwich (ordered for one) at the Open Cafe' in New Orleans in the heart of The French Quarter...very yummy and the atmosphere of the quarter I'm sure added to the wonderful taste :)

Recipe: thefoodchanel.com/Creole