A loaded Italian sub with Genoa salami, pepperoni, and Black Forest ham on a soft Italian roll with all the classic fixings. This homemade version of the Subway Italian BMT is fresher, meatier, and built exactly how you want it.
fast-food · subway · sandwich · lunch
🕑Prep10 min
🍳Cook0 min
⏱Total10 min
🍽Serves4
⭐DifficultyEasy
Ingredients
4 soft Italian sub rolls (6-inch)
8 slices Genoa salami
8 slices pepperoni
8 slices Black Forest ham
4 slices provolone cheese
Shredded iceberg lettuce
1 medium tomato, sliced thin
1/4 red onion, sliced into thin rings
Banana pepper rings
Dried oregano
Red wine vinegar
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Instructions
1.Prep the rolls. Slice each Italian sub roll lengthwise, leaving a hinge on one side so it opens like a book. If you want them toasted, place cut-side down in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or under the broiler for 30 seconds.
2.Layer the meats. Fold each slice of salami, pepperoni, and ham in half and layer them alternately along the bottom of the roll — 2 slices of each per sandwich. Lay a slice of provolone on top of the meats.
3.Add the vegetables. Top with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion rings, and banana peppers. Be generous — the fresh vegetables are what balance the salty meats.
4.Dress it up. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. This simple dressing is the finishing touch that makes an Italian sub taste like an Italian sub.
The Italian BMT (Biggest, Meatiest, Tastiest — seriously, that’s what it stands for) is Subway’s best-selling sub and has been for decades. It’s a triple-meat Italian sandwich with Genoa salami, pepperoni, and ham, loaded with fresh vegetables and your choice of dressing. It’s the safe order, the reliable order, the one you get when you’re not sure what you want.
Making it at home means using actual deli-quality meats instead of the paper-thin slices Subway uses, and building it on a proper Italian roll with a real crust. The upgrade is dramatic, and the effort is minimal — this is assembly, not cooking.
Why Make It at Home?
A 6-inch Italian BMT at Subway costs about $7.49. Making four sandwiches at home runs about $12 total, or $3 per sandwich. You also get roughly double the meat per sandwich and much better quality ingredients. Deli counter meats versus fast-food sub meats is not a close comparison.
Tips & Variations
The bread matters most. A proper Italian sub roll with a light crust makes a massive difference. Soft hoagie rolls work too, but avoid anything too crusty or hard — it should compress slightly when you bite.
Fold the meats. Folding each slice in half and layering them creates air pockets and texture instead of a flat stack. It also makes the sandwich look more generous.
Oil and vinegar, not mayo. A true Italian sub uses olive oil and red wine vinegar with oregano. Mayo is fine if you prefer it, but it’s not the traditional move.
Warm the meats under the broiler. For a toasted BMT, place the open-faced roll with meats and cheese under the broiler for 60 seconds until the cheese starts to melt. Then add cold vegetables.
Subway Italian BMT
A loaded Italian sub with Genoa salami, pepperoni, and Black Forest ham on a soft Italian roll with all the classic fixings. This homemade version of the Subway Italian BMT is fresher, meatier, and built exactly how you want it.
Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Total10 min
Servings
4
At home~$4.50/serving
vs
Restaurant~$20.25/serving
You save ~78%
Ingredients
Instructions
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Pro tip: This recipe tastes even better the next day. The flavors need time to meld together in the fridge.
❄️
Storage: Keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.
~350-550 cal/serving · Rich & Indulgent🔥
CopycatSpices
Subway Italian BMT
A loaded Italian sub with Genoa salami, pepperoni, and Black Forest ham on a soft Italian roll with all the classic fixings. This homemade version of the Subway Italian BMT is fresher, meatier, and built exactly how you want it.
fast-food · subway · sandwich · lunch
🕑Prep10 min
🍳Cook0 min
⏱Total10 min
🍽Serves4
⭐DifficultyEasy
Ingredients
4 soft Italian sub rolls (6-inch)
8 slices Genoa salami
8 slices pepperoni
8 slices Black Forest ham
4 slices provolone cheese
Shredded iceberg lettuce
1 medium tomato, sliced thin
1/4 red onion, sliced into thin rings
Banana pepper rings
Dried oregano
Red wine vinegar
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Instructions
1.Prep the rolls. Slice each Italian sub roll lengthwise, leaving a hinge on one side so it opens like a book. If you want them toasted, place cut-side down in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or under the broiler for 30 seconds.
2.Layer the meats. Fold each slice of salami, pepperoni, and ham in half and layer them alternately along the bottom of the roll — 2 slices of each per sandwich. Lay a slice of provolone on top of the meats.
3.Add the vegetables. Top with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion rings, and banana peppers. Be generous — the fresh vegetables are what balance the salty meats.
4.Dress it up. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. This simple dressing is the finishing touch that makes an Italian sub taste like an Italian sub.
Notes
Equipment You'll Need
Bread knife
For slicing sub rolls cleanly with a hinge
Cutting board
For slicing tomatoes, onions, and assembling sandwiches
Jane Smith founded Copycat Spices with a passion for recreating beloved restaurant dishes at home. A seasoned home cook, Jane meticulously tests and refines each recipe to ensure authentic flavors and straightforward instructions for home chefs of all skill levels.
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