"Originating in New Orleans in the early 1900s, the muffaletta (muffuletta) is a sub-style sandwich of cold cuts and cheese topped with a chopped olive salad. Perfect for game day or casual entertaining, our party-style version starts with a loaf of crusty ciabatta bread filled with an assortment of Italian cold cuts, Provolone cheese and a flavorful relish made with cured olives, roasted red peppers and garlic...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup cured, pitted black olives, drained and chopped
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1 cup cured, pitted green olives, drained and chopped
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1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
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1 clove garlic, very finely chopped (3/4 to 1 teaspoon)
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1 loaf ciabatta bread (15 x 6-inch oblong)
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1/2 lb capocollo, thinly sliced
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1/4 lb mortadella, thinly sliced
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1/4 lb cooked ham, thinly sliced
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1/4 lb provolone cheese, thinly sliced