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Easy Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches

Close-up of several slices of savory Italian pinwheels made with rolled egg, ham, and cream cheese, garnished with herbs.
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Make these simple Italian pinwheels using tortillas, deli meats, cheese, and a creamy spread. They are perfect as a make-ahead appetizer for parties or a quick lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
  • 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup thinly sliced provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced salami
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced deli ham
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and oregano. Mix until smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, and fresh basil into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about one-quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Layer one-quarter of the provolone cheese, salami, pepperoni, and ham evenly over the spread. Top with a thin layer of shredded lettuce.
  5. Starting from one edge, tightly roll the tortilla into a log. Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
  7. Refrigerate the wrapped logs for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, to allow them to firm up. This step is key for clean slicing.
  8. When ready to serve, unwrap the logs and use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
  9. Arrange the Italian pinwheel sandwiches on a platter and serve cold.

Notes

  • For cleaner slicing, chill the rolls for a minimum of 2 hours.
  • You can substitute your favorite Italian cold cuts or cheeses.
  • If you need a zesty kick, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the cream cheese base.
  • These are excellent as picnic food ideas since they are served cold.

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