Italian Deli Sandwiches With Marjoram Caper Dressing Food

ITALIAN DELI SANDWICHES WITH MARJORAM-CAPER DRESSING

Steps:

• Blend olive oil, parsley, capers, 3 tablespoons marjoram, and vinegar in food processor until herbs are finely chopped. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer dressing to small bowl. Let stand 30 minutes.
• Mix remaining 1 tablespoon marjoram into dressing. Spoon dressing over cut sides of bread, dividing equally. Arrange meats, cheeses, and onion on bottom half of bread. Cover with top half of bread. Cut diagonally into 4 sandwiches. (Sandwiches can be made 4 hours ahead. Wrap tightly in foil and refrigerate.)

ITALIAN DELI SANDWICHES

Steps:

• In a food processor, with a metal blade, process the basil, parsley, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, water, fresh garlic and olive oil, until a paste is formed.
• Spread the mixture evenly between the bread slices.
• Layer ONE side of the roll with peppers, mozzarella cheese Italian prosciutto and arugula, top with a thin layer of onions and/or olives (if using).
• Top with bread.
• Cut, wrap in plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate until serving.
• All ingredients may be doubled or tripled for more sandwiches.

ITALIAN HERO SANDWICH

Steps:

• Rinse the red onion under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl. Add the red wine vinegar, dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine and set aside.
• Arrange the rolls cut side up so they lie flat. Spread with a thin layer of mustard and/or mayonnaise, if using. Shingle the entire surface with the cheese, then the cured meats. Scatter an even layer of pickled peppers.
• Add the iceberg lettuce and olive oil to the onion-oregano mixture and toss until well coated. Season to taste with salt. Pile the lettuce on one side of the sandwich, then close the sandwich and press down lightly. If packing, wrap the sandwich tightly in parchment paper or foil, then cut in half crosswise. Sandwiches will keep for up to 4 hours refrigerated.