Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich Stack

Gourmet Ciabatta Sandwich Stack

Yield: 2 servings From Episode 73

Toasted pesto-ciabatta stacked with deli meats, melted Jack, and creamy slaw.

Ingredients

  • Ciabatta loaf or rolls, split
  • 100 g ham
  • 100 g spicy salami
  • 100 g pancetta
  • 7 slices Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 tomato, sliced
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Balsamic glaze
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Chopped parsley

Steps

  1. Mix pesto, softened butter, and parsley. Spread on the cut sides of the ciabatta and broil until crisp and fragrant.
  2. Layer ham, salami, and pancetta on the bottom. Add salted tomato slices and cover with Monterey Jack. Broil briefly until the cheese melts.
  3. Toss cabbage with Caesar dressing. Grind pepper over the sandwich, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and pile on the slaw.
  4. Close with the top bread, slice, and serve.