This Baked Italian Sub is perfect for feeding a crowd! Loaded with salami, turkey, ham, provolone, tomatoes, peppers, red onions, and homemade Italian vinaigrette, it’s packed with flavor and party-ready whenever you are!
There’s something about a warm, gooey, baked Italian sub that always hits the spot. Between the different meats and cheeses and veggies and seasonings, it’s one of those sandwiches that’s packed with flavor… and so easy to make!
And this Baked Italian Sub is no exception. A delicious combination of sliced turkey, ham, salami, provolone, tomatoes, banana peppers, and more… it’s the perfect sandwich for weeknight dinners and doubles as one of our favorite party foods!
Simply assemble it, bake it, and slice it… and you have enough to feed 8. Make a few of them, and you have enough to feed your whole party!
what you’ll need for this recipe
Bread – One large loaf of Italian bread per sandwich. I used a soft Italian loaf from the grocery store bakery, sliced in half lengthwise.
Meat – Any combination of sandwich meats will work well. I used 1/2 pound each turkey, ham and salami. Capicola, mortadella, pepperoni, or prosciutto are also good options.
Cheese – 6 ounces Italian cheese adds delicious flavor and a gooey, melted texture. I used sliced Provolone, but mozzarella would also work well.
Veggies – I added sliced tomato, red onion, and banana peppers. Sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, sun dried tomatoes, or fresh arugula would also be great additions.
Vinaigrette – Italian vinaigrette is a key ingredient in any Italian sub, and I added a simple homemade vinaigrette to this one.
how to make italian subs
Prep the ingredients. Slice the bread lengthwise into 2 long halves. Slice the tomatoes and red onion and make the Italian vinaigrette.
Assemble the sub. Assemble the sub by layering the meats, cheese, and veggies. Drizzle with vinaigrette and sprinkle with Italian seasoning as desired.
Wrap & bake. Wrap in aluminum foil and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until cheese is fully melted and sandwich is warmed through.
Recipe Variations
- Use small sub rolls to make individual Italian subs
- Use any combination of meats, including turkey, ham, salami, pepperoni, mortadella, or capicola
- Substitute sliced or fresh mozzarella for the provolone
- Add extra veggies, such as sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, sun dried tomatoes, or fresh arugula
- Skip the vinaigrette and drizzle with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Italian seasoning
- Add a layer of pesto for extra delicious flavor
storing & reheating
Leftovers can be stored, wrapped in foil, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, transfer in foil to an oven preheated to 350°. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until heated through.
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Baked Italian Sub
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- 1/2 pound deli ham sliced
- 1/2 pound deli turkey sliced
- 1/2 pound salami sliced
- 6 ounces provolone cheese sliced
- 1 tomato large
- 1/3 cup sliced banana peppers
- red onion sliced, to taste
For vinaigrette:
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Slice bread in half lengthwise.
- Assemble sandwich by layering meat, cheese, and veggies.
- Combine dressing ingredients and whisk or shake well; drizzle over sandwich toppings.
- Close sandwich and wrap in foil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is fully melted.
This sub sounds delish ! will have to make this the next lunch get together.
I love these sandwiches but have never made my own. I always buy them out. I’m gonna give yours a try, it looks delicious! thanks!
This would be great for our next party! Loving a good sub!
This seriously looks like the perfect party sub! I’m totally into it!
My husband is a football guy so this will be perfect for when we host game day! The sliced banana peppers just really sealed the deal for me, delicious!
Party in my MOUTH! Loving this sub SO MUCH!
A carnival party sounds super fun, and this sub will go over well, too, I’m sure! This would be good for upcoming tailgate parties, too! YUM!
This sub is a perfect after-pool lunch or picnic food! My family will love it!
I want to be invited to that party! As long as you’re serving this sub too!
Wondering how far in advance you can make this sub? Can it sit in fridge for a whole day? And, if so, would you then put the dressing on just prior to baking? Any thoughts on making it ahead of time?
Can this be served at a picnic? Will it taste good room temperature?