Italian Sandwich with Sausage & Broccoli Rabe

In Rome, making a panino isn’t just lunch—it’s a sacred ritual. It’s a full-blown art form, passed down from Nonna to Nonna, kissed by the gods of carbs and creativity. As you stroll through the sun-drenched streets of The Eternal City, your senses will be seduced by the aroma wafting from every paninoteca. These aren’t your average sandwiches. No, no. These are edible masterpieces. Architectural wonders of bread and bravado. And just like you—they’re anything but ordinary.

So what’s the Pasta Queen take on this art form? Behold: The Spartacus. A sandwich so bold, so heroic, it might just overthrow an empire. We’re talking tender, smoky grilled eggplant; a basil mayo so fresh and herbaceous it should come with its own opera soundtrack; juicy grilled sausage that sings with flavor; bitter-but-beautiful broccoli rabe; and a sharp provolone that packs a gladiator’s punch. This isn’t just a sandwich. It’s a declaration. A love letter to Rome. A handheld triumph. Fit for Pasta Royalty—and ready for battle.