(😂😂😂It appears to be impossible to get any AI to understand the concept well enough to create a suitable image. None of them got it exactly right. When I make it again, I will have Frank take a real picture.)
Pan Bagné transforms a simple loaf into a spectacular Mediterranean feast! This 'bathed bread' sandwich features sourdough filled with layers of colorful vegetables, herbs, and olives, all infused with garlic-olive oil. The magic happens as it rests overnight under pressure, allowing the vegetable juices to permeate the bread without making it soggy. Perfect for picnics, entertaining, or make-ahead meals!
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Ingredients
Amounts will be determined by the size of your loaf:
olive oil
fresh basil leaves, chopped
thinly sliced red bell pepper
thinly sliced green bell pep.
thinly sliced cucumber, sliced lengthwise to avoid the seeds
thinly sliced red onion
thinly sliced tomato
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sliced black olives, finely chopped
spicy sprouts
anchovies, if desired, finely chopped
minced garlic
black pepper
salt
pillow loaf sourdough bread
heavy books or plate weights
Directions
Slice the pillow loaf in half lengthwise so that you have a top and a bottom.
Mix the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped olives, and chopped anchovies together; spread on both halves.
Salt and pepper both halves.
On the bottom half, layer the rest of the ingredients.
Now, put the top half back on and wrap the whole thing very tightly in plastic wrap.
Put on a big plate and cover with another big plate.
Here comes the fun part.
Place the sandwich on a very sturdy shelf in your refrigerator and cover the top plate with heavy books or weight-lifter's plate weights.
Keep in refrigerator overnight, turning the sandwich about halfway thru.
The juices from the vegetables will permeate the bread, but not make it soggy.
Slice into wedges to serve.
Servings
Makes 8 to 12 servings.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (1/10 of sandwich) - Calories: 320; Total Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 5g); Cholesterol: 15mg; Sodium: 580mg; Total Carbohydrates: 28g (Dietary Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 3g); Protein: 10g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
From a Jacques Pépin recipe; the original called for anchovies, which you can add if you are so inclined.
🧑🍳 The Cook:
Jacques Pépin
🔑 Keywords:
sandwich,
vegetarian,
vegetables,
anchovies,
sourdough
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From The Ferguson Family,
Uncle Dave's Cookbook,
The TFR Cookbook,
Our Favorite Jacques Pépin Recipes
Pan Bagné (Bagna or Bagnat) - Bathed Bread was added on April 22, 2006 and last updated on April 26, 2025.
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