Party Sub Recipe

4 slices of a giant sub sandwich with one in the background on a white plate.

5 from 2 votes

Whether you're looking for a party sub, a cold dinner idea or simply wanting an easy to pack picnic lunch, this giant sub sandwich is perfect for them all! Made with just a few ingredients this recipe is both easy and frugal!

Prep Time15

Cook Time0

Total Time15

Course: lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: slices

Calories: 215kcal

Author: Nicole Durham

Cost: Recipe $5.61 / Serving $0.70

Equipment

Ingredients

1 loaf Italian bread ($1.00)
¼ cup mayonnaise ($0.22)
⅛ cup yellow mustard ($0.03)
6 slices cheddar cheese ($1.14)
Iceberg lettuce ($0.25)
4 ounces turkey deli meat or leftover turkey ($1.41)
4 ounces sliced ham lunch meat ($1.41)
Pickles ($0.15)

Other optional toppings

Sliced tomatoes
Sliced onions
Sliced black olives

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Slice bread: Place the loaf of Italian bread on a cutting board and slice it lengthwise to create a top and bottom half.
Spread: Lay both halves cut-side up. Spread mayonnaise evenly on one half and mustard on the other, adjusting amounts to taste.
Layer: Add cheese slices to one half and lettuce to the other.
Add meat: Fold the turkey and ham slices as needed and layer them evenly over the sandwich.
Top: Add pickles and any optional toppings such as tomatoes, onions, or olives.
Assemble: Place the bread halves together so the fillings touch, then flip the sandwich so the top faces up.
Cut: Use a large bread knife to cut the sandwich into serving-size pieces.
Serve: Serve immediately or prepare for transport as needed.

Notes

Travel tip: Slice the sandwich before transporting for easy serving.
Packaging: Place sliced pieces back into the original bread bag for simple transport without extra tools.
Customization: Add or swap toppings like salami, tomatoes, onions, or olives to suit your preferences.
Bread choice: Italian bread is softer, while French bread offers a thicker crust and more chew.
Storage: Best enjoyed within 2 hours. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 to 2 days. Avoid leaving at room temperature due to mayonnaise and cheese.

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