The Italian Job Giant Ciabatta Sandwich
Recipe
Perfect for eating outdoors at picnics or sports events.
Serves: 8 people | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 12 minutes
Italian | Main
Ingredients
- 1 x Sunnyhills Whole long ciabatta
- 1 x Italian mozzarella ball, drained
- 1 tbsp x Solesta olive oil
- 1 pack x Italian Salami selection
- 4 slices x Basil ham
- 2 tbsp x Red pesto
- 2 tbsp x Bramwells light mayo
- 2 handfuls x Fresh rocket leaves
Method
- Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.
- Cut the ciabatta lengthways in half and drizzle the olive oil on the inside of both sides. Place on a baking tray cut side up and bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes until golden and starting to crisp.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Mix the pesto with the mayonnaise and spread evenly over both halves of the bread.
- Layer from the bottom with the basil ham, then the torn up mozzarella ball. Top the mozzarella with the Italian salamis and finish with the rocket leaves.
- Add the top layer of bread and stud into 8 portions using cocktail sticks.
- Slice when ready to serve for a picnic lunch or half-time match snack!