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Easy Baked Italian Grinder Sandwiches Recipe

These Baked Italian Grinder Sandwiches are loaded with layers of savory Italian meats, melty cheeses, and a garlic-herb butter baked onto crusty sub rolls. They deliver classic deli flavor with warm, toasted perfection, making them ideal for weeknight dinners, parties, or game-day meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 –6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 780
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf Italian sub rolls
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 lb deli-sliced salami
  • 1/2 lb deli-sliced ham
  • 1/2 lb deli-sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 lb deli-sliced mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 lb deli-sliced provolone cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice Italian sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
  3. Place rolls cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  4. Mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Brush seasoned butter generously over the cut sides of the rolls.
  6. Layer salami, ham, and pepperoni evenly onto the rolls.
  7. Add mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan cheese on top of the meats.
  8. Top with roasted red peppers, black olives, banana peppers, and fresh basil.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is lightly golden.
  10. Cool briefly, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

Use sturdy bakery-style rolls to prevent sogginess. These sandwiches are best enjoyed fresh from the oven while the cheese is hot and melty.