Ingredients
– 2 cans crescent roll dough sheets
– 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
– 1/4 pound sliced deli pepperoni
– 1/4 pound sliced deli ham
– 1/4 pound sliced Genoa salami
– 12 ounce can roasted red bell peppers, drained and thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup canned sliced pepperoncini, drained
– 1 egg
– 1 tablespoon prepared pesto
– 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1-Getting started with Italian Sub Squares: First, preheat your oven to 350Β°F and spray a 9Γ13 baking dish with cooking spray to keep things from sticking. Unroll one crescent dough sheet and press it into the bottom and up the sides of the dish, forming a 1-inch high edge for that perfect crust.
2-Layer the fillings: Layer half the provolone cheese evenly on the dough, then add the pepperoni, ham, and salami slices over the cheese for a tasty base. Top that with the roasted red bell peppers and pepperoncini, followed by the remaining provolone to seal in the flavors.
3-Assemble and bake: Place the second crescent dough sheet over the filling and pinch the edges to seal everything tightly. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, pesto, and Parmesan cheese, then brush this mixture over the top dough layer for extra flavor and a golden finish. Cover with non-stick foil or spray regular foil and place it spray-side down, then bake covered for 30 minutes before uncovering and baking 15-20 minutes more until itβs deep golden brown.
4-Cool and serve: Let it cool for 10 minutes before cutting and serving, and feel free to adapt for dietary needs as mentioned earlier.
Last Step:
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π½ Store leftovers airtight in the refrigerator for 3 days or freeze for 3 months; defrost overnight and reheat in a 350Β°F oven to restore crispness.
π₯ Use crescent roll dough sheets and seal perforations thoroughly if using regular crescent rolls.
πΏ Pesto topping adds flavor but is optional; substitute with egg wash or olive oil for browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 1093 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 14 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 11 grams
