February 2012
5 posts
Muffaletta!
Sometimes spelled ‘muffuletta’, this sandwich originated in New Orleans, probably in 1906 at the Central Grocery, where you can still find the sandwich (Barron’s, 4th Edition). The original version was served on a crusty french-style loaf, with salami, ham and provolone. The distinctive part of this sandwich is the olivetta spread- green olives chopped with a blend of other...