Hot and Zippy Sandwich Loaf
🥪 Description
This Hot and Zippy Sandwich Loaf is a real crowd-pleaser, perfect for lunch or a snack. It’s a deliciously cheesy and meaty delight that adds a zesty kick to your day. You can mix it up by using different types of lunch meats, but for a classic taste, I recommend sticking with Italian bread instead of white. Get ready to wow your taste buds with this savory treat!
⏰ Times
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
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| 15 minutes | 10 minutes | 25 minutes |
📋 Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon poppy seed
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
- 12 slices lunch meat (your choice)
- 1 loaf of Italian bread
🍽️ Servings
- Yields: 6 servings
🌟 Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 592.2
- Fat: 34.5g
- Saturated Fat: 20.4g
- Cholesterol: 92.2mg
- Sodium: 868.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 48.4g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugars: 5.7g
- Protein: 22.4g
🛠️ Instructions
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Preheat the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure your loaf bakes evenly and perfectly.
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Prepare the bread: Carefully trim the crust from the top of the Italian bread loaf. At equal intervals, make six diagonal cuts from the top of the loaf almost all the way through to the bottom. This creates pockets for the delicious filling.
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Arrange the bread: Place the prepared loaf on a lightly greased baking sheet. This will prevent sticking and make for easy cleanup.
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Mix the butter blend: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced onion, mustard, poppy seeds, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. This mixture is the secret to the zippy flavor of your sandwich loaf.
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Spread the butter mixture: Reserve 3 tablespoons of the butter mixture. Then, spread the remaining mixture into each of the diagonal cuts in the bread. Be generous to ensure every bite is flavorful.
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Add cheese and meat: Alternate placing two slices of Swiss cheese and two slices of your chosen lunch meat into each cut. Let the slices come slightly over the top and sides of the bread for a mouthwatering presentation.
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Top with butter mixture: Spread the reserved butter mixture over the top and sides of the loaf. This will add an extra layer of flavor and help the loaf toasty up beautifully.
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Bake the loaf: Place the sandwich loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. To ensure the top doesn’t over-brown, cover the loaf with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
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Serve and enjoy: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven. Cut through the diagonal cuts between the meat slices and bread to serve. Each slice should be perfectly filled with gooey cheese and zesty meat, ready to be devoured!
Enjoy this Hot and Zippy Sandwich Loaf with friends and family, and savor every delicious bite. It’s a surefire hit for any gathering, offering a perfect blend of flavors that will leave everyone craving more! 🥖🧀🥓
