Best 4 Mini Muffuletta Recipes

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When it comes to sharing a hearty southern Italian meal with family and friends, there is no better dish to serve than a muffuletta. However, the traditional muffuletta is simply too big to be served as an appetizer, and serving a whole muffuletta for a single person might be a bit too much. If you are looking for a way to enjoy the incredible flavors of a muffuletta without overindulging or wasting food, the solution is to make mini muffuletta. This article will help you discover how to create mini muffuletta in your own kitchen, from selecting the best ingredients to assembling and baking the perfect mini muffuletta.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MINI MUFFULETTA



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People love these hearty little sandwich wedges. The recipe is great for a party and can be made the day before.-Gareth Craner, Minden, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and chopped
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 French rolls, split
1/2 pound thinly sliced hard salami
1/4 pound sliced provolone cheese
1/2 pound thinly sliced cotto salami
1/4 pound sliced part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; set aside. Hollow out tops and bottoms of rolls, leaving 3/4-in. shells (discard removed bread or save for another use)., Spread olive mixture over tops and bottoms of rolls. On roll bottoms, layer with hard salami, provolone cheese, cotto salami and mozzarella cheese. Replace tops. , Wrap tightly. Refrigerate overnight. Cut each into 6 wedges; secure with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MINI MUFFULETTA



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These hearty sandwiches are great for holiday parties or any get-together. Recipe is from Taste of Home. This requires no cooking time. These can be made the day before. They need to refrigerate overnight (not included in prep time).

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10 ounce) jar pimento stuffed olives, drained and chopped
2 (4 1/4 ounce) cans ripe olives, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 French rolls, split
1/2 lb hard salami, thinly sliced
1/4 lb provolone cheese, sliced
1/2 lb cotto salami, thinly sliced
1/4 lb part-skim mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients, set aside.
  • Hollow out tops and bottoms of rolls, leaving 3/4-inch shells (discard removed bread or save for another use).
  • Spread olive mixture over tops and bottoms of rolls.
  • On roll bottoms, layer the hard salami, provolone cheese, cotto salami and mozzarella cheese.
  • Replace tops.
  • Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Cut each into wedges; secure with toothpicks.

MINI MUFFULETTA KABOBS



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My aunt Mary Alice made these yesterday for a puppy shower we held at her house. They were very yummy!

Provided by Christy Luster

Categories     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices smoked ham
6 slices provolone cheese
6 slices genoa salami
24 pepperoncini peppers
24 black olives
24 Spanish olives
24 pieces roasted red peppers
olive oil and vinegar dressing or 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Layer 1 slice each of smoked ham, provolone cheese, and Genoa salami; tightly roll up, and slice into 4 equal pieces, Repeat procedure 5 times.
  • Thread 24 (4-inch) wooden skewers with 1 of each: pepperoncini salad pepper, meat-and-cheese roll, 1 ½-inch-long roasted red bell pepper, and pimiento-stuffed Spanish olive.
  • Place in a 13- x-9-inch baking dish.
  • Pour dressing over skewers, and chill 30 minutes.

MINI MUFFULETTA PIZZA SAMMIES



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This is my mini version of one of my favorite sandwiches...perfect for lunch or as a snack. I hope that you will try this easy and delicious lil' sammie. Cooking with, Passion,sw :)

Provided by Sherri Williams

Categories     Pizza

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 english muffins, split
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
4-6 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced & divided
6-8 Tbsp olive tapenade
4 slice ham, julienne
4 slice mortadella, julienne
4 slice slices genoa salami, julienne
4-6 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced & divided
2-4 pinch creole seasoning

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place muffin halves on a cookie sheet. Brush the tops of muffins with half of the olive oil. Top each muffin with equal parts cheese, tapenade, ham, mortadella, salami and remaining cheese.
  • 2. Sprinkle Creole seasoning and a drizzle remaining olive oil on top. Bake for 15 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  • 3. Bake for 15 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and the cheese has melted. Remove from oven and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Using a good quality olive salad is essential for the success of this recipe. If you have the time, you can easily make your own olive salad at home. There are many recipes available online.
  • If you are short on time, you can use store-bought olive salad. Just make sure to choose a brand that you like the taste of.
  • Make sure to toast the bread before assembling the muffuletta. This will help the bread to hold up better and prevent it from getting soggy.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread. A French baguette, ciabatta bread, or even a hearty Italian bread would all be good choices.
  • Be generous with the fillings. The more fillings you use, the better your muffuletta will be.
  • Let the muffuletta rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the bread to soften.

Conclusion:

The muffuletta is a delicious and versatile sandwich that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are making it for a party or just for a quick lunch, the muffuletta is sure to be a hit.

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