When I was a kid, I always asked my mom to make this recipe

These Italian Sub Squares take the bold, savory flavors of a classic Italian sub—salty cured meats, sharp cheese, and tangy peppers—and bake them between two flaky layers of crescent roll dough for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal.

Italian Sub Squares

Ingredients:

How To Make Italian Sub Squares:

1. Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prep Pan: Preheat oven to 2350∘F(175∘C).3 Grease a 49×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.5
2. Step 2: Prepare and Pre-bake Bottom Crust: Roll out the first can of crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pinching the seams together to form a solid layer. Pre-bake the bottom layer for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
3. Step 3: Layer Meats, Cheeses, and Vegetables: Layer the ham, salami, provolone cheese, pepperoni, banana pepper rings, and roasted red peppers evenly over the pre-baked crescent roll base. Sprinkle the layers with 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.
4. Step 4: Add Top Crust and Topping: Roll out the second can of crescent dough and place it over the layered filling. Pinch the seams and press the edges down to seal the filling inside. Brush the top dough with 1/4 cup olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
5. Step 5: Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dough is fully cooked through.
6. Step 6: Cool and Slice: Allow the Italian Sub Squares to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing them into squares for serving.
7. Step 7: Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature, with optional garnishes like lettuce and tomato slices on the side.