Focaccia Pesto and Turkey Sandwich
Focaccia Pesto and Turkey Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 1 loaf focaccia bread, about 12x8 inches, or 4 individual pieces
- 1 pound sliced roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups arugula
For the Pesto Spread
- 1/2 cup basil pesto, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the pesto spread: In a small bowl, combine the basil pesto and mayonnaise. Stir until well combined and smooth. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Prepare the focaccia: If using a large loaf, carefully slice the focaccia horizontally through the middle to create two large halves. If using individual pieces, slice each piece horizontally.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Assemble the sandwiches: Lay the bottom halves of the focaccia bread on a clean surface or cutting board. Spread an even layer of the pesto spread generously over the cut side of both the bottom and top halves of the focaccia.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Layer the ingredients: On the bottom halves of the focaccia, arrange the sliced provolone cheese, followed by the sliced roasted turkey breast. Distribute the turkey evenly across the bread.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Add the vegetables: Top the turkey with the sliced roma tomatoes, thin slices of red onion, and a generous layer of fresh arugula.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Finish and serve: Place the top halves of the focaccia bread over the fillings. Gently press down to secure the sandwich. If using a large loaf, slice into 4 equal portions. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
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Focaccia Pesto and Turkey Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 1 loaf focaccia bread, about 12x8 inches, or 4 individual pieces
- 1 pound sliced roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups arugula
For the Pesto Spread
- 1/2 cup basil pesto, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the pesto spread: In a small bowl, combine the basil pesto and mayonnaise. Stir until well combined and smooth. Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Prepare the focaccia: If using a large loaf, carefully slice the focaccia horizontally through the middle to create two large halves. If using individual pieces, slice each piece horizontally.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Assemble the sandwiches: Lay the bottom halves of the focaccia bread on a clean surface or cutting board. Spread an even layer of the pesto spread generously over the cut side of both the bottom and top halves of the focaccia.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Layer the ingredients: On the bottom halves of the focaccia, arrange the sliced provolone cheese, followed by the sliced roasted turkey breast. Distribute the turkey evenly across the bread.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Add the vegetables: Top the turkey with the sliced roma tomatoes, thin slices of red onion, and a generous layer of fresh arugula.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Finish and serve: Place the top halves of the focaccia bread over the fillings. Gently press down to secure the sandwich. If using a large loaf, slice into 4 equal portions. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min