Pane cunzato means dressed bread. The Messina version leans into stronger pantry flavors: anchovy, oregano, cheese, vegetables in oil, and tomatoes with enough intensity to season the bread from the inside.
This is less a sandwich than a way of making bread behave like dinner. Use a loaf with a sturdy crust, dress it generously, then press it for a few minutes so the oil and tomato settle into the crumb.
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Split the bread horizontally, then cut it into 4 portions. If the crumb is very thick, pull out a little from the center.
Drizzle the cut sides with 45 ml olive oil, then season with oregano, black pepper, and a small pinch of salt.
Layer the cheese, Gusta sun-dried tomatoes, eggplant, and anchovy fillets over the bottom halves. Spoon on a little tomato oil from the jar.
Close the bread and press firmly for 2 minutes so the oil moves into the crumb.
Slice each portion in half and serve right away, or wrap for 10 minutes for a softer, more integrated bite.
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The bread matters. If it is too soft, toast the cut sides lightly before dressing so the crumb can take the oil without collapsing.
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