Antipasto Sandwiches With Goat Cheese

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From vegetarian times.sandwiches may be an everyday lunch food, but using artisan bread and flavorful antipasto ingredients elevates a simple sandwich to sophisticated picnic fare. For a vegan variation, omit the goat cheese; instead, spread 1 to 2 tbs. Black olive paste over top and bottom halves of both loaves, then arrange 12 oz. Thinly sliced baked or smoke-flavored tofu over roasted peppers and artichokes.

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Steps

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Combine red peppers , garlic , black pepper and 2 tbs.

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Reserved artichoke marinade in mixing bowl.

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Toss to coat.

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Split focaccia or ciabatta loaves in half horizontally using a serrated knife.

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Brush insides with some remaining artichoke marinade.

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Spread goat cheese on bottom halves and black olive paste on top halves.

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Layer red pepper mixture , artichokes and arugula over goat cheese.

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Replace bread tops.

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Using serrated knife , cut each loaf into 4 portions.

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Ingredients

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roasted red peppers, garlic clove, fresh ground black pepper, marinated artichoke hearts, focaccia bread, goat cheese, black olive paste, arugula