Grinder Sandwich

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Ingredients:

• 1 Italian loaf bread
• 8 slices of Muenster cheese
• 1/2 lb (225 g) deli meats (such as salami, ham, and turkey)
• 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup banana peppers
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Butter for grilling

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread:

   • Slice the Italian loaf horizontally, creating a top and bottom half.
   • If the loaf is very large, you might want to cut it into manageable sandwich sizes before proceeding.

2. Prepare the Spread:

   • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

3. Assemble the Sandwich:

   • Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.
   • Layer the Muenster cheese slices evenly on both halves of the bread.
   • On the bottom half of the bread, layer the deli meats (salami, ham, and turkey).
   • Add the shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and banana peppers.

4. Grill the Sandwich:

   • Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread.
   • Spread a thin layer of butter on the outer sides of both the top and bottom of the sandwich.
   • Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
   • Place the sandwich on the skillet, pressing down gently with a spatula.
   • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted. You may need to cover the skillet with a lid for a minute or two to help the cheese melt properly.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for a minute.
   • Use a sharp knife to cut the sandwich into individual servings.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips:

• If your skillet is not large enough to fit the entire sandwich, you can cut it into smaller sections before grilling.
• Pressing down gently with a spatula while grilling helps to achieve a crispy texture on the outside.

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