Discover the Italian panuozzo: Your next favorite sandwich

Panuozzo is a traditional Italian sandwich that originates from the Campania region. Its history dates back to when bakers began experimenting with pizza dough, creating long, crispy rolls. Panuozzo quickly became popular due to its simplicity and unique taste.

Panuozzo is not only delicious but also a healthy alternative to traditional sandwiches. With fresh ingredients and the ability to tailor toppings to your preferences, panuozzo can become a favorite dish for the entire family. Italian cuisine is renowned for its simplicity and high-quality ingredients, which are exemplified in panini. The base of panuozzo is dough similar to that used for pizza. It is baked in a wood-fired oven, which gives it a distinctive taste and aroma. The ingredients of panuozzo most often include mozzarella, tomatoes, Parma ham, and fresh herbs. However, you can modify them according to your preferences, adding ingredients like olives or artichokes.

You don't need special equipment to make a panuozzo sandwich, and you don't need a professional pizza oven or stone to bake this specialty. To make the preparation of the yeast dough easier, you can use a stand mixer; however, it can also be managed by hand.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of type 00 flour
• 1 1/4 cups of warm water
• 2 teaspoons of salt
• 1 teaspoon of yeast
• Olive oil

Preparation method:

1. Mix the flour, water, salt, and yeast, then knead the dough until it becomes smooth.
2. Set the dough aside to rise for about 2 hours.
3. Form the dough into long rolls and bake in a wood-fired oven or an oven preheated to 450°F for about 10 minutes.
4. After baking, cut the rolls in half and fill them with your favorite ingredients.