Salami Heroes with Artichoke Spread Recipe

Salami Heroes with Artichoke Spread Recipe

  • 1 (14 ounce) can marinated artichoke hearts, drained
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 (6 inch) French sandwich rolls
  • 4 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 8 ounces thinly sliced hard salami
  • 8 ounces thinly sliced provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped
  • 2 cups arugula
  1. In a food processor or blender, combine the artichoke hearts, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Process until smooth and transfer to a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Slice the sandwich rolls in half lengthwise, and pull out most of the soft bread from the top and bottom. Brush 1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing on the top half of each roll; spread 1 tablespoon of artichoke paste on the bottom half of each roll.
  3. Layer salami, cheese, pepperoncini and arugula over sandwich bottoms; top with remaining bread half. Serve.