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I'm so excited to share my Italian Sub Squares recipe with you! This is my most requested party dish and it never fails to disappear within minutes. Picture all your favorite Italian sub flavors wrapped in golden flaky layers with melty cheese and zesty seasonings. It's like the best Italian deli transformed into an easy-to-serve dish that everyone loves!
Why This Recipe Works
These squares are seriously the easiest crowd pleaser I've ever made. You can whip them up in no time and they're so versatile you can switch up the ingredients based on what you love. I make these for everything from game day gatherings to casual family dinners and they're always a hit. The best part? They're just as delicious warm from the oven as they are packed for a picnic!
Grab These Ingredients
- Deli Meats: A mix of salami, pepperoni, and ham (for authentic Italian sub flavor)
- Cheese: Sliced provolone and shredded mozzarella (perfect for melty, cheesy goodness)
- Pillsbury Crescent Roll Dough: 2 cans (makes assembly quick and easy)
- Banana Peppers: For a tangy kick (can be replaced with roasted red peppers)
- Italian Seasoning: Adds a burst of classic Italian flavor on top
- Melted Butter: Brushed over the dough for a golden-brown finish
Let's Make It
- Get Your Oven Ready
- Heat things up to 375°F and grease your baking dish so nothing sticks.
- Start the Base
- Grab your first can of crescent dough and press it into your dish. Make sure to seal those perforations we want one solid layer.
- Layer the Good Stuff
- Now comes the fun part! Layer on that provolone your favorite Italian meats plenty of mozzarella and those tangy banana peppers.
- Top it Off
- Cover everything with your second layer of dough sealing the edges to keep all that goodness inside.
- Make it Golden
- Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle on that Italian seasoning. Pop it in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until it's perfectly golden brown.
- Slice and Serve
- Let it cool just a bit then cut into squares. The cheese will be perfectly melty and the crust beautifully crisp!
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Keep the Goodness Going
Got leftovers? Pop them in an airtight container and they'll stay good in the fridge for a few days. Want to make them ahead? These freeze beautifully just wrap individual squares in foil. Try mixing things up with roasted veggies for a meatless version or add some spicy peppers if you like heat. I love serving these with a fresh salad or hot soup on the side!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
You can assemble it up to 24 hours ahead and store covered in the fridge. Add the egg wash and seasonings just before baking. Let it come to room temperature for 15 minutes before baking.
- → How should I store leftovers?
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F for about 10 minutes to keep the crust crispy.
- → Can I use different meats and cheeses?
Yes! Try turkey, mortadella, or capicola for meats. Swiss or fontina cheese work well too. Just keep the total amounts similar to maintain the right filling-to-crust ratio.
- → Why do my crescent rolls leak filling?
Make sure to seal all seams well and create a tight seal around the edges. Don't overfill, and let it cool slightly before cutting to help prevent leaking.
- → Can this be frozen?
Yes, freeze after baking and cooling completely. Wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven until warm.