Layered Picnic Loaves Recipes

Steps:

• Slice a lid from the top of the loaf and set aside.
• Remove and discard the inside of the loaf, leaving a 1cm wall.
• Spread pesto over the inside of the loaf.
• Place half the sliced chicken on base, top with half spinach leaves.
• Add half tomatoes and half the olive oil-season lightly.
• Add layers of cheese, artichokes, top with remaining tomatoes.
• Next lay salami and olives on top and add remaining chicken and spinach.
• Drizzle over the rest of the olive oil and season.
• Butter the lid and replace it on the loaf.
• Wrap the loaf tightly in cling film and refrigerate over night.
• Cut into generous wedges to serve.

Steps:

• Cut loaves in half horizontally and hollow out tops and bottoms, leaving 1/2" of bread in shells. Discard removed bread.
• Combine oil and garlic; brush inside bread shells.
• Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
• Layer bottom of each loaf with a fourth of the roast beef, mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, salami, artichokes, salad greens, chicken and onion. Repeat layers.
• Season with salt, pepper and remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and drizzle with remaining oil mixture if desired.
• Replace bread tops; wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing. Enjoy!