Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds (18 to 20 slices) bacon, cooked

2 3/4 pounds assorted sandwich meats, such as roast beef, pastrami, turkey, Black Forest ham, salami, and prosciutto

8 ounces assorted cheeses, such as Brie, provolone, Swiss, and fresh mozzarella

Assorted lettuces, such as Bibb, Boston, romaine, and arugula

3 large tomatoes, thinly sliced

1 jar (14 ounces) roasted red peppers

1 jar (7 1/2 ounces) sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil

1 jar (6 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts

1 jar (8 ounces) mayonnaise

1 jar (8 ounces) Dijon mustard

1 jar (about 7 ounces) tapenade

2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced

Assorted breads, such as sandwich bread, rolls, baguettes, and focaccia

Preparation

Place the ingredients on serving dishes; cover with plastic wrap, and chill until ready to serve, up to several hours. Slice bread just before setting on the table.