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Italian Loaf Sandwich
A club sandwich traditionally begins as three slices of bread or toast, which allows you to layer it with the maximum amount of fillings,if this sandwich seems unwieldy, secure them with toothpicks.
Serves 6
4 tbsp	olive oil
2	medium onions, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1	12" long loaf whole grain bread (about 5" wide and 3" high)
3 tbsp	red wine vinegar
1 bunch	arugula
6 oz	thinly sliced salami
8 oz	fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
2	medium red peppers, roasted and peeled
2	medium tomatoes, sliced
9 oz jar	Italian hot-pepper slices, drained

-	In 10 inch skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat
-	Add onions, cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes, or until tender and golden
-	Set aside
-	Cut bread horizontally into 3 slices

-	In large bowl, with wire whisk or fork, mix vinegar and remaining oil
-	Brush some of oil mixture over cut sides of bread
-	To remaining oil mixture in bowl, add arugula, toss to coat

	To Assemble
-	Arrange half of arugula on bottom of loaf
-	Top with half of salami, all of cheese, and all of roasted peppers

-	Place middle slice of bread over peppers and arrange tomato slices on bread
-	Top with sautéed onions and hot pepper slices, salami, and arugula
-	Replace top of loaf
-	For easier slicing, wrap sandwich tightly in plastic wrap, refrigerate 1 hour to allow juices from ingredients to moisten and flavor bread

-	To serve, cut sandwich into thick slices

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