grinder sandwich

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Apr 23, 2025

This Italian Grinder Sandwich is everything you ever dreamed about and more, with provolone cheese, smoked ham, pepperoni, Genoa salami, tomatoes, and a tangy mayonnaise iceberg salad all on soft Italian bread. It is easy to make and always a big hit with family and friends.

prep time 20 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • ICEBERG SALAD
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/3 cup sliced pepperoncini
  • 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 - head iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
  • SANDWICH
  • 1 large Italian loaf (about 20 inches)
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/2 pound sliced provolone cheese
  • 1/2 pound sliced smoked ham
  • 1/2 pound sliced deli pepperoni
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced Genoa salami
  • 2 medium tomatoes, sliced

How To Make grinder sandwich

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl, mix the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Step 2
    Gently mix in the pepperoncini, red onion, and iceberg lettuce.
  • Step 3
    Cut the Italian loaf in half lengthwise and spread both sides with a thin layer of mayo.
  • Step 4
    Layer the cheese on both sides. Add the meats on both sides and top the bottom side with sliced tomatoes and the mixed iceberg lettuce salad.
  • Step 5
    Fold the top side of the sandwich over the bottom. Using a serrated knife cut the sandwich into sections of desired length.

Discover More

Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Pork
Category: Sandwiches

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