Ingredients

Instructions

  1. slice the bread in half lengthwise, nearly all the way through.
  2. Carefully open the loaf and spread the garlic on one of the cut sides.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil on both sides.
  4. Layer the tomato, cucumber, onion and olives and any of the optional ingredients on one half of the bread.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Close the loaf and wrap in tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil.
  7. Weight the full length of the Pan Bagnat with a heavy book[or several] for 1-3 hours.
  8. Slice and serve.