Irresistible Baked Beef Italian Sub Sandwiches Recipe

Irresistible Baked Beef Italian Sub Sandwiches packed with savory meats, melty cheese, and vibrant toppings.

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4 Italian sub rolls or hoagie rolls
8 oz thinly sliced beef salami
8 oz spicy beef pepperoni
8 oz smoked turkey ham or regular turkey breast
4 oz thinly sliced beef mortadella (optional)
8 oz provolone cheese
8 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced thinly) or Monterey Jack or white cheddar (optional)
1 thinly sliced red onion
1 thinly sliced green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced non-alcoholic banana peppers or mild giardiniera
1/4 cup Italian dressing
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce (for topping)
2 thinly sliced tomatoes (for topping)

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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Carefully slice each sub roll lengthwise, creating a ‘hinge’ without cutting all the way through. Lightly toast the insides of the rolls in the oven for about 3-5 minutes if you prefer a crispier interior.
Open up your rolls and drizzle the inside lightly with olive oil or Italian dressing.
Lay a generous layer of provolone cheese directly onto the bottom half of each roll.
Layer beef salami, beef pepperoni, turkey ham, and any other desired deli meats, folding and interlacing them for volume.
Scatter thinly sliced red onion, green bell peppers, and any banana peppers or giardiniera over the meats.
Top the vegetables and meats with another layer of provolone cheese.
Drizzle a little more Italian dressing over the top layer of cheese and fillings, and sprinkle with dried oregano or red pepper flakes if desired.
Gently close your sub sandwiches. Wrap each sub in aluminum foil for a softer bread, or place them directly on a baking sheet for a crispier crust.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is warmed through and lightly toasted. If wrapped in foil, uncover for the last 5 minutes.
Carefully remove the hot subs from the oven, open them up, and add fresh shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Drizzle with Italian dressing or olive oil and red wine vinegar.
Slice the baked subs into manageable portions and serve immediately.