Italian Sandwich Loaf Recipe

Name: Italian Sandwich Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 loaves (8 ounces each) unsliced Italian bread; 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained; 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste; 1 package (6 ounces) Canadian bacon, chopped; 1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Servings: persons

2 loaves (8 ounces each) unsliced Italian bread
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 package (6 ounces) Canadian bacon, chopped
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

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Cut 1/2 in. from the top of each loaf of bread; set aside. Hollow out bottom portion, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (discard removed bread or save for another use). Brush insides of shells and crust with 4 tablespoons oil. Place on a
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. Bake at 350u00b0 for 5-10 minutes or until toasted.
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In a 3-qt. saucepan, combine the tomatoes, tomato paste, bacon, pepperoni, garlic, basil, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in cheeses. Spoon into bread shells; replace tops and brush with remaining oil. Bake 15 minutes longer or until heated through.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 loaves (8 ounces each) unsliced Italian bread, 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained, 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Italian Sandwich Loaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Sandwich Loaf

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