Melty sandwich combining Italian cold cuts, provolone, and tangy lettuce topping grilled to golden perfection.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 4 slices Italian bread or sturdy white sandwich bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 slices provolone cheese
→ Meats
04 - 6 slices salami
05 - 6 slices pepperoni
→ Lettuce Topping
06 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Optional Additions
11 - 2 tablespoons mild pepperoncini rings, drained
12 - 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion
# How To Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded iceberg lettuce, mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until well blended and set aside.
02 - Lay out all four bread slices on a clean work surface. Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice.
03 - Place two buttered bread slices butter-side down on the work surface. Top each slice with 2 slices of provolone cheese, 3 slices of salami, and 3 slices of pepperoni in that order.
04 - If using pepperoncini rings and red onion, distribute them evenly over the meat and cheese layers on each sandwich base.
05 - Divide the prepared lettuce mixture evenly between the two sandwiches, spreading it in a uniform layer across the meats and cheese.
06 - Top each sandwich with a remaining bread slice, positioning it butter-side up to complete the assembly.
07 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place assembled sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, applying gentle downward pressure with a spatula until the bread achieves a golden-brown color and the cheese melts completely.
08 - Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board, slice each diagonally in half, and serve immediately while hot.
