**Discover the Enticing World of Muffaletta and Olive Tapenade: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a delightful culinary journey with the iconic Muffaletta sandwich and the vibrant Olive Tapenade. Originating from the vibrant streets of New Orleans, the Muffaletta is a symphony of bold flavors, textures, and colors. Picture a round and crusty loaf of bread, sliced in half and generously layered with an array of cured meats, cheeses, and a vibrant olive salad. The Olive Tapenade, a quintessential Mediterranean delicacy, adds a burst of umami and herbaceousness, elevating the Muffaletta to an unforgettable taste experience. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a trio of Muffaletta variations, each offering a unique twist on this classic sandwich. Dive into the traditional Muffaletta, bursting with the flavors of ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, and Swiss cheese. Embark on a spicy adventure with the Hot Muffaletta, featuring spicy soppressata and pepperoncini, sure to ignite your palate. For a vegetarian delight, savor the Veggie Muffaletta, a delightful combination of roasted vegetables, fresh mozzarella, and a zesty olive tapenade. Complement your Muffaletta experience with the authentic Olive Tapenade recipe, a versatile condiment that adds a touch of sophistication to any dish.
MAURO'S MUFFALETTA
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut the loaf in half horizontally. Spread the Olive Giardiniera Salad crust to crust on both sides of the bread. Then, layer the cheese on the bottom, followed by high ribbons of the mortadella, salami and capicola. Cover with the top half of the bread and let sit 20 to 30 minutes so the salad's oil can soak into the bread. Cut into pie-shaped wedges and serve to the masses.
- Put the olives, red peppers, giardiniera with oil, capers, vinegar, parsley and sugar in the bowl of a food processor and pulse 8 to 10 times until a coarse relish forms.
REAL N'AWLINS MUFFULETTA
These gigantic sandwiches were invented a century ago at Sicilian Deli here in New Orleans. The spicy, tangy olive salad is what really sets this meat and cheese sandwich apart. A genuine muffuletta should be made on oven-fresh Italian bread topped with sesame seeds. Be sure and use the highest-quality ingredients available; it really makes a difference! Since you're going to all the trouble of making the olive salad, consider doubling the recipe so you'll have some extra waiting around for when you get another muffuletta craving -- it keeps for at least a month! Note: Use round bread loaves for real muffuletta.
Provided by jenn
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Heroes, Hoagies and Subs Recipes
Time P1DT40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- To Make Olive Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the green olives, kalamata olives, garlic, cauliflower, capers, celery, carrot, pepperoncini, cocktail onions, celery seed, oregano, basil, black pepper, vinegar, olive oil and canola oil. Mix together and transfer mixture into a glass jar (or other nonreactive container). If needed, pour in more oil to cover. Cover jar or container and refrigerate at least overnight.
- To Make Sandwiches: Cut loaves of bread in half horizontally; hollow out some of the excess bread to make room for filling. Spread each piece of bread with equal amounts olive salad, including oil. Layer 'bottom half' of each loaf with 1/2 of the salami, ham, mortadella, mozzarella and Provolone. Replace 'top half' on each loaf and cut sandwich into quarters.
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for a few hours; this will allow for the flavors to mingle and the olive salad to soak into the bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 987.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 62.8 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 41.4 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 3464.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
MUFFULETTA PASTA
A friend gave me this recipe when she learned that I love muffuletta sandwiches. Very rich and filling, this easy skillet supper goes together quickly on a busy weeknight. Serve with some cheesy garlic bread. -Jan Hollingsworth, Houston, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in 2 teaspoons butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the ham, tapenade and pepperoni; saute 2 minutes longer., Cube remaining butter; stir butter and cream into skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes., Drain pasta; toss with ham mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 739 calories, Fat 48g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 1638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in the final dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread. A muffaletta can be made with a variety of breads, including French bread, Italian bread, or even ciabatta.
- Make sure the olive tapenade is well-seasoned. The tapenade is the key ingredient in a muffaletta, so it's important to make sure it's flavorful and well-balanced.
- Don't overload the muffaletta with toppings. A muffaletta is a sandwich, not a salad. Too many toppings will make it difficult to eat and will overwhelm the other flavors.
- Serve the muffaletta immediately. A muffaletta is best when it's fresh. If you're making it ahead of time, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Conclusion:
The muffaletta is a delicious and unique sandwich that is perfect for a party or a picnic. With its flavorful olive tapenade, variety of meats and cheeses, and crispy bread, the muffaletta is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new sandwich to try, give the muffaletta a try. You won't be disappointed.
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