Overnight Brick Sandwich Recipe

Name: Overnight Brick Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large focaccia bread (about a 1 lb. loaf); 4 ounces spreadable cheese (Alouette or cream cheese); 5 tablespoons olive tapenade; 15 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry; 4 ounces sliced prosciutto; 8 canned artichoke hearts, drained and thinly sliced; 8 slices provolone cheese; 8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and patted dry; 8 ounces sliced salami; 8 large fresh basil leaves (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Slice the focaccia lenghtwise through the center to split the loaf into halves.
2
Pull out most of the soft insides of both halves of the focaccia and discard or reserve for another use.
3
Spread half of the soft spreadable cheese over the insides of both bread halves, then top that with a thin spread of tapenade.
4
Arrange the red peppers on top of the tapenade on only one of the bread halves. Top the peppers with the prosciutto, then the artichoke hearts, half of the provolone cheese, the sun-dried tomatoes, salami, basil, then the remaining provolone cheese.
5
Top the sandwich with the other half of the bread, then wrap sandwich tightly in plastic wrap.
6
Set the sandwich on a large baking sheet, then carefully set 1 or 2 bricks on top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
7
When ready to serve, unwrap the sandwich and cut crosswise into slices.
8
**If your bricks are too dirty for you to feel comfortable placing them in your refrigerator, cover them in foil.

468

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large focaccia bread (about a 1 lb. loaf), 4 ounces spreadable cheese (Alouette or cream cheese), 5 tablespoons olive tapenade, 15 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry, and more.

Yes, Overnight Brick Sandwich falls under the General 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.

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Overnight Brick Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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