All your favorite pizza flavors stuffed into a toasty, melty sub—ready in 15 minutes! Perfect for game day, kids’ lunches, or when you’re craving cheesy comfort food.
Why You’ll Love These
⚡ 15-minute meal – Faster than delivery!
🧀 Ultra-cheesy – Gooey mozzarella in every bite.
🍞 Crispy-soft bread – Golden outside, pillowy inside.
🎉 Customizable – Use ANY pizza toppings you love!
Ingredients
(Makes 2 large subs)
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2 large sub rolls or 1 French bread loaf (about 12″)
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½ cup pizza sauce
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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20 slices pepperoni (or cooked sausage, ham, etc.)
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Optional toppings:
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Sautéed mushrooms
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Bell peppers
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Black olives
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Fresh basil
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Bread
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Slice sub rolls horizontally (keep one side attached like a book).
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Spread pizza sauce on both cut sides.
2. Layer Toppings
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Add pepperoni (or other meats).
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Pile on veggies if using.
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Top with mozzarella (press down lightly).
3. Bake
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Place open-faced on a baking sheet.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 mins until cheese is bubbly.
4. Serve
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Close sandwiches, slice, and devour while hot!
Pro Tips
🔸 Toast the bread first for extra crunch (3 mins at 350°F before adding toppings).
🔸 Broil 1 min at the end for extra-browned cheese.
🔸 Make it spicy with pepper flakes or jalapeños.
Variations
🍗 BBQ Chicken: Swap sauce for BBQ + add grilled chicken.
🌱 Veggie Supreme: Load up with roasted veggies.
🍝 Meatball Sub: Use meatballs + marinara instead.
Serving Ideas
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Game day: Cut into sliders for sharing.
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Kids’ lunch: Pack with a side of marinara for dipping.
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Dinner: Pair with a simple salad.
Storage
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Fridge: 2 days (reheat in oven or air fryer to revive crispness).
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Freeze: Wrap tightly for up to 1 month.
Final Thought
These pizza subs are the ultimate lazy-day hack—all the joy of pizza without the wait!
More Easy Sandwich Ideas:
🥪 Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
🧀 Grilled Caprese Sandwich
🍗 Buffalo Chicken Subs