Italian sub meets a gooey provolone grilled cheese!
Also, Italian subs are SO big that my kids are overwhelmed by them.
For serving kids, I cut the sandwiches into wedges for even easier eating.
Nick Evans
What Kind of Meat and Cheese Goes on an Italian?
A classic Italian sub has at least three kinds of cured meats in it.
I like a mix of pepperoni, salami, and prosciuttobut there is no hard and fast rule here.
Nick Evans
If you want something spicy, add some soppressata.
If you want something a little creamier, add a thin slice of mortadella!
As far as cheese goes though, Im a purist.
Nick Evans
Provolone only, kindly!
When Im cooking for my family, I use pretty much any and all breads for this sandwich.
Ive used them all, and they all work.
Nick Evans
Its acidic nature really cuts through the richness of the grilled cheese.
They are buttery and creamy and have less bite than, say, Kalamatas.
The Kid Report Card
These grilled cheeses were a complete switcheroo in my house.
Nick Evans
Normally, my four-year-old is the good eater, and I struggle to put calories in my two-year-old.
But in this case, the younger onelovedthis sandwich and ate many big bites on her own.
Meanwhile, her older brother revolted against the idea of all these things in one sandwich.
Nick Evans
He insisted that I deconstruct it on his plate so he could eat all the pieces separately.
Then he wanted buttered bread.
Basically, he ate all the elements, just in an annoying four-year old’s method.
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Add a slice of provolone to a piece of bread.
Top with a layer of salami, prosciutto, and pepperoni.
Divide the meat evenly among the four sandwiches.
Top meat with a handful of fresh basil leaves and a second piece of provolone cheese.
Add second piece of bread and press down slightly to keep the sandwich together.
Preheat a large skillet over medium-low heat.
Once warm, add about 1/2 tablespoon of butter per sandwich you are cooking.
Usually, I cook two at a time.
Repeat the process for the last two sandwiches.
Serve sandwiches with chips, salad, steamed veggies, and/or giardiniera.
