Muffuletta Madness
The Art of Sandwich no.1
We are starting our sandwich journey with the mighty Muffuletta.
This sandwich is a true powerhouse of flavor that needs careful balance or it becomes overbearing.
You’ll see different spellings (eg Muffaletta) and even more pronunciation’s: “moof”, “mehf”, “mahf”… you get the idea.
Regardless of spelling this iconic sandwich is delicious and the perfect way to start our sandwich journey.
We are going to be talking:
-essential ingredients
-construction
-layering
so that this mighty sandwich can be eaten without falling apart.
Iconic
The muffuletta gained icon status at Central Grocery in New Orleans but the name itself is the type of bread. Muffuletta is a circular Sicilian bread that is approx 10 inches in diameter.
The sandwich is built by hollowing out some of the interior then layering in with variety of cold cold cuts and cheese, and most distinctly olives. No olives… no muffuletta.
Them’s the rules.
Best built using the whole loaf and then cut into wedges for serving. When properly constructed it makes a great handheld party food.
Pro-Tip: if you host or frequent Superbowl parties this would make you a hero
Building for Success
This is my Mamaw’s muffuletta recipe that’s now being enjoyed 4 generations down. I made for family this past Christmas Eve and it was the perfect vibe for a chill night before the big meal Christmas Day.
Ironically this sandwich was always a treat for us to have growing up, usually only when guests were coming over, because the cold cuts and cheese add up quickly 💰 especially if you’re getting quality cuts. Don’t skimp here. This is what makes the sandwich magical.