Mini Italian Sandwiches (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Brioche Rolls

01 - 2/3 cup whole milk (151g), warmed to 105°F
02 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (7g)
03 - 1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons white sugar, divided
04 - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (390g)
05 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons fine salt
07 - 1 egg for egg wash
08 - Sesame seeds (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing

→ Olive Topping

10 - 1/2 cup finely diced green olives
11 - 1/2 cup finely diced kalamata olives
12 - 3 pepperoncinis, finely chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
14 - 2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
15 - 1 sprig fresh thyme
16 - 1 garlic clove, grated
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
18 - 1 teaspoon honey
19 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
20 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

→ Sandwich Fillings

21 - 6 slices provolone cheese, halved
22 - 6-12 slices mortadella
23 - 18 slices salami
24 - 6-12 slices black forest ham
25 - 18 slices pepperoni

# Instructions:

01 - Combine warm milk, 1 teaspoon sugar and yeast. Let bloom 5-7 minutes until foamy.
02 - Mix flour, salt, butter, remaining sugar, eggs, and yeast mixture. Knead with dough hook 15-20 minutes until passing window pane test.
03 - Cover and let rise in warm place for 1 hour until doubled.
04 - Divide dough into 12 pieces (61g each). Shape into balls, roll into logs, and place in buttered 9x13 pan.
05 - Let rise 30-45 minutes. Brush with egg wash, add sesame seeds, and bake at 375°F for 16-20 minutes.
06 - Combine all olive topping ingredients, refrigerate 20 minutes to meld flavors.
07 - Split rolls, layer with cheese and meats of choice, top with olive mixture.

# Notes:

01 - Can use store-bought rolls if preferred
02 - Sandwiches keep for 3 days in fridge
03 - Can customize meat and cheese combinations