A sesame loaf layered with Italian cured meats, provolone and a punchy olive salad.
Muffuletta is a sesame loaf layered with Italian cured meats, provolone and a punchy olive salad.
Make Muffuletta when you want a recognisable sandwich with a strong sense of place and a clear balance of bread, filling, moisture, acidity and texture.
lunch, casual dinner, street-food night, weekend cooking and global sandwich tasting menus
Slice the loaf horizontally and remove only a little crumb if it is very thick.
Spoon olive salad and some of its oil over both cut faces.
Layer the cured meats and provolone evenly from edge to edge.
Close the loaf, wrap firmly and press for at least 20 minutes so the flavours soak into the bread.
Cut into wedges and serve at room temperature.
Store prepared fillings separately in the refrigerator and assemble as close to serving as possible.
Prepare sauces, pickles and cooked fillings ahead where practical; refresh, reheat or toast just before assembly.
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