Description

This Baked Italian Sub Sandwich recipe delivers a warm, melty, and flavorful sandwich packed with layers of Italian cold cuts, cheese, and tangy banana peppers, all toasted to perfection. Wrapped in foil and baked until the cheese melts and the bread is slightly crisped, this sub is a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Sandwich Ingredients

4 sub rolls or hoagie buns
¼ lb salami
¼ lb ham
¼ lb pepperoni or capicola
¼ lb roast beef (optional for a meatier sub)
8 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
½ cup banana peppers or pepperoncini (sliced)
¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
½ cup Italian dressing

Seasoning & Butter Mix

2 tablespoons butter (melted)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Prep the Rolls: Slice your sub rolls in half lengthwise, but don’t cut all the way through — this allows them to cradle the fillings securely. If you prefer a crunchier base, lightly toast the insides of the rolls before assembling.
Layer the Goodness: Begin stacking the meats by layering ham, salami, pepperoni, and roast beef if using. Nestle slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese between the layers of meat, then top everything with sliced banana peppers and thinly sliced red onion.
Brush and Bake: In a small bowl, mix melted butter with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Brush this seasoned butter generously over the tops of the sandwich rolls. Drizzle a bit of Italian dressing inside each sandwich for added juicy tang. Wrap each sub individually in aluminum foil and place them in the oven at 375°F (190°C). Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are heated through.
Serve Hot and Enjoy: Carefully unwrap the subs after baking, slice if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the warm, aromatic, and flavorful Italian subs that everyone will love.

Notes

You can substitute or omit roast beef depending on your preferred meat combination.
Lightly toasting the bread before assembling helps prevent sogginess.
Adjust the amount of banana peppers or pepperoncini to control the level of tanginess and spice.
Use fresh Italian seasoning or dried herbs to enhance flavor.
For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and add grilled vegetables or extra cheese and peppers.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwich
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Baked Italian Sub, Italian Sandwich, Hoagie, Melty Cheese Sandwich, Italian Cold Cuts, Easy Baked Sandwich