Easy and Cheap Sub Sandwich

Why make a Footlong sandwich?

A footlong sub sandwich is loaded with all of your favorite sandwich fixings and can be made for a crowd. If you’re like me, you can make it for your family, wrap it up and eat it for a couple days. Using a freshly baked French roll with lunch meats, fresh vegetables, cheese and delicious banana peppers.

I am going to show you how to create a mouth-watering footlong sub packed with flavor without breaking the bank. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as easy on your wallet as it is on your taste buds. Let’s dive in and discover the secrets to building the ultimate flavor-packed footlong sub for less.

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No Cook Meal

If you’re looking to create a delicious footlong sub without the hassle of cooking, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. By utilizing fresh ingredients that require no cooking, you can whip up a flavorful sub in no time. Let’s explore this simple yet satisfying no-cook meal that will elevate your footlong sub experience without the need for turning on the stove.

Saving Money on Sub Ingredients

When it comes to building a flavor-packed footlong sub for less, there are some savvy tips for saving money on ingredients that can help you stay within budget while still enjoying a delicious meal. A money-saving strategy I always do is to opt for generic or store-brand items instead of name brands, which can often be just as tasty at a lower cost. Walmart’s Great Value is my go to for saving money. I explain that in my 20+ ways to save money on groceries post, check that out here. Additionally, keeping an eye out for sales and coupons at your local grocery store can also help you save on ingredients for your next footlong sub creation. By being strategic with your shopping and making smart choices, you can enjoy a delicious sub without breaking the bank.

Footlong Ingredients

This is where you can get creative when choosing your ingredients. For my family in particular we use the fresh baked French bread from the Walmart bakery. It is $1.00, always and baked to perfection! We are pretty simple and only use mayonnaise, you can absolutely add mustard, Italian dressing, a vinaigrette, etc…. Like I said you can be creative! Depending on our mood we will use Salami and Ham, sometimes we’ll make it Italian and use Salami, Pepperoni and Ham. It is absolutely up to you! Or if you’re making for a crowd make a few different varieties. We also prefer to use sliced Mozzarella to top our meat. If I am making for a group I will make one with Swiss and Pepper jack. The possibilities are endless. I top it all with thinly sliced Iceberg lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and sliced banana peppers. I put them all on the side for adding in as we eat. Often the toppings can get soggy if added when the sandwich is made.

Assembling the Sub

Now that you have chosen all your ingredients for your flavor-packed footlong sub, it’s time to assemble. Start by laying out your freshly baked bread slicing in half horizontally, make sure to keep the plastic bag it came in with the bread tie (I’ll explain). I like to do this on a large cutting board. I leave it on the cutting board with both halves side by side. I spread mayo on both halves and layer with the meats and cheeses. I don’t add the veggies at this point. I put the top half of the bread onto the meats and cheeses and go ahead and slice the bread into pieces for eating. Once it is all sliced into the sizes, here is the explanation, I like to put the sandwich slices back in the bag for serving when we are ready. I put the sandwich in the refrigerator to chill. For instance in the summer I like to make this up in the morning and get it chilled. At lunch time or when we are hungry, we will grab a slice out of the bag and add the toppings I prepared and put aside (also in the refrigerator). If it is just the 3 of us we can usually have it for a couple lunches and snacks in between.

Enough for a Crowd

If you’re planning to serve up your flavor-packed footlong sub to a crowd, there are a few key tips to keep in mind. Consider making a variety of subs with different fillings to cater to different tastes. Additionally, I like to have all the veggies and a selection of condiments on the side allowing guests to customize their subs to their liking. Being real simple I will often just have a few bags of chips for a side. If I want to get fancy I will make a macaroni or potato salad. By keeping these simple strategies in mind, you’ll be well-prepared to enjoy your easy, no-cook meal with friends and family.

Enjoy Your Easy No Cook Meal

For a stress-free, no-cook meal option that doesn’t compromise on flavor, look no further than the footlong sub. Whether you’re enjoying a casual dinner at home or planning a gathering with friends, this meal is sure to impress without all the fuss of cooking. The beauty of the footlong sub lies in its simplicity – just assemble your favorite ingredients, layer them onto a fresh bread, and voila! You have a delicious, customizable meal ready to go. Plus, with the ability to make multiple subs with different fillings, everyone can enjoy a sub tailored to their taste preferences. So sit back, relax, and savor every bite of your flavorful footlong sub creation. You’ve earned it.

In conclusion, crafting a scrumptious footlong sub on a budget is not only achievable, but also incredibly rewarding. Make this sub saving money on ingredients and following my easy assembly, you can enjoy a flavor-packed meal that will impress a crowd without breaking the bank. So why wait? Start building your own cost-effective culinary masterpiece today and treat yourself to a delicious, no-cook creation that won’t disappoint. As the saying goes, “Good food is all the sweeter when shared with good friends.” So grab your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to savor every bite of your homemade footlong sub. Bon appétit!

Easy and Cheap Sub Sandwich

Recipe by JasminDifficulty: Easy

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Calories

340

kcal

Great meal idea for a hot day when you don't want to cook.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread

• 2 to 3 Tbs mayo (mustard, vinaigrette, etc...)

• 1/2 pound sliced Salami

• 1/2 pound sliced Ham

• 8 slices Mozzarella (Swiss, Colby, etc...)

• Thinly sliced Iceberg lettuce (about a 1/4 of a head)

• 1 tomato, diced (seeds removed)

• 1/4 red onion, diced

• sliced banana peppers (to taste)

• Salt and pepper

Directions

• Prepare all veggies by slicing and dicing. Place in a separate container and refrigerate.
• Cut bread horizontally in half and spread mayo on both halves. (keep the plastic bag and bread tie that the bread came in)
• Layer meats on the bottom half of the bread.
• Layer cheese
• Place top half onto the meat and cheeses.
• Slice into eating proportions.
• Place the sandwich back into the bag it came in and seal with the bread tie. Put in refrigerator to chill until ready to eat.
• Time to eat. Take out a slice and top with your favorite already sliced and diced veggies and toppings!

Nutritional Disclaimer: Jasmin with “I Heart PB and J” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. For accurate calorie counts and other nutritional values, we recommend running the ingredients through your preferred online nutritional calculator. Calories and other nutritional values can vary depending on which brands were used.