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Bears Style Sub Recipe

Fuel your Chicago Bears game day with this epic sub! Inspired by playoff noshing, this recipe features a hearty blend of salami, mortadella, hot capicola, and provolone, layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and sharp onions. A zesty homemade dressing ties it all together. Easy to make in under 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 739.2 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bears Style Sub

  • Italian Bread
  • Genoa Salami
  • 4 oz thinly sliced mortadella
  • Capicola
  • Provolone Cheese
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • Onion
  • Tomatoes
  • Italian Dressing
  • Olive Oil
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Dried Oregano

How to Make Bears Style Sub

  1. Slice a 12-inch sub roll horizontally.
  2. Layer the bottom half with 4 oz thinly sliced salami, 4 oz thinly sliced mortadella, 4 oz thinly sliced hot capicola, and 4 oz thinly sliced provolone cheese.
  3. Top with 2 cups shredded lettuce, ½ cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1 medium tomato, sliced.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons Italian dressing, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and ½ teaspoon of red wine vinegar. Drizzle desired amount over the filling.
  5. Top with the other half of the sub roll.
  6. Cut the sub into 4, 3-inch pieces.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

59g

Carbs

15g

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