Pan bagnat is a classic French recipe that is a quick and easy addition to any picnic spread. Step aside sandwiches – this recipe takes bread to a whole new level. This flavour-filled loaf can be fully prepared the evening before, just in case the sun decides to make an appearance. Pan bagnat translates as ‘bathed bred’ – which refers to the olive oil used to soak the loaf before filling. The traditional southern French version fills the bread with a salad Niçoise filling, but we’ve filled our pan bagnat with layers of salami, mozzarella, olives and basil, giving each bite a dose of Italian sunshine. For a vegetarian version, why not try using layers of roasted veg, pesto, mozzarella and tomatoes. You won’t use all the bread from the centre of the loaf, but you can blend it into breadcrumbs and freeze them to avoid any waste! This easy pan bagnat is a delicious way to add a taste of the Mediterranean to your next picnic.
Method
- Slice the top off of the loaf of bread and hollow out the inside, reserving the top, leaving just the shell. Paint the inside with the olive oil and season well with black pepper.
- Layer the salami, tomatoes, red onion, basil, olives and mozzarella to fill the loaf. Fix the top back in place and wrap in greaseproof paper, tying it up with string.
- Place your stuffed loaf in the fridge for at least two hours, or overnight. Remove and allow to come to room temperature before slicing.
Ingredients
- 500g cob loaf
- 1tbsp olive oil
- 60g sliced salami
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 90g green olives, sliced
- 125g mozzarella, sliced
- Few leaves basil
Rosie Conroy is a food and drinks journalist with over a decade of experience working for big-name titles in both print and online. Formerly the Digital Food Editor of woman&home, Rosie went on to head up the team at SquareMeal, reviewing the best London restaurants and hunting out emerging culinary trends. With previous experience in food styling and recipe development, Rosie knows what to look for in a good piece of kitchenware and has extensive experience testing consumer goods—from kitchen electricalz and cooking accouterments through to new foodie treats.
-
Chocolate and hazelnut roulade
This chocolate and hazelnut roulade comes with an optional Baileys Irish cream liqueur filling for an extra, festive twist
By Jen Bedloe Published
-
Baileys Cheesecake
This no-bake Baileys cheesecake is so easy to make and perfect for cream liqueur lovers, plus it takes just 40 minutes to prepare
By Jess Meyer Published
-
Chocolate torte with Baileys cream and salted praline
Serve this rich Chocolate torte with Baileys cream and salted praline for a festive dessert that makes a popular alternative to Christmas pudding
By Jen Bedloe Published
-
Why it's a bad idea to eat bread before your main meal at restaurants
This unsuspecting starter may be doing your body more harm than good...
By Emily Smith Published
-
The Royal Family's bizarre sandwich rule to protect King Charles
The Royal Family reportedly have a very unusual rule when it comes to sandwiches and it's all to do with a surprising superstition
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
The rule Queen Elizabeth had for her meat at Easter lunch is one many will identify with
The late Queen's former chef has revealed details about The Royal Family's Easter lunch
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published