Turkey Sandwich Italiano

Directions

  1. On one slice of focaccia, place the sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan and pesto.
  2. On the other slice, spread additional pesto, as desired.
  3. On a broiler pan, place both slices of focaccia (cut sides up), the turkey and the pepper. Broil briefly, until the cheese is melted and the turkey and pepper are warmed.
  4. Place the turkey and pepper on the marinara- and pesto-topped focaccia.
  5. If desired, add the Balsamic Glaze to the pesto-topped focaccia, and place the focaccia on top of the sandwich.
  6. Serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp balsamic glaze, optional
  • 2 slices bread, focaccia , herbed, 5–6 in square, 3/4 in thick
  • 2 tbsp cheese, mozzarella, shredded
  • 1 tbsp Nut-Free Kale Pesto, or prepared pesto
  • 2 tbsp cheese, Parmesan , shaved
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper, 4–5 in square, roasted
  • 1 1/2 tsp Sauce Pizzaiolo, or prepared marinara sauce, warmed
  • 6 oz Butterball® Handcrafted Roast and Serve Turkey Breast, thinly sliced

Nut-Free Kale Pesto

Directions

  1. Combine the kale, Parmesan, garlic and salt in a food processor. Pulse 5 times.
  2. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil.
  3. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Ingredients

  • as needed black pepper
  • 1 garlic, clove(s)
  • 4 cups kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp oil, olive
  • 1/3 cup cheese, Parmesan , grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt, plus more as needed

Directions

  1. In a sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the garlic until the aroma fills the air.
  2. Add the bay leaves and fresh sage. Sauté for 15 seconds.
  3. Add the tomatoes, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped parsley and chiffonade of basil.
  5. Simmer for another 30 minutes, then remove the bay leaves.
  6. To store, pour the sauce into a container, cover, label and refrigerate.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup basil, chiffonade (packed tightly in a cup)
  • 6 bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 tsp black pepper, as needed
  • 6 garlic, clove(s), minced or pressed
  • 1/3 cup oil, olive
  • 3/4 cup parsley, Italian, chopped
  • 9 sage leaves, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar, granulated
  • 9 cups tomato(es), plum, crushed with juice (San Marzano)

Balsamic Glaze

Directions

  1. Combine the vinegar and sugar in a small pan.
  2. Cook over medium heat until boiling, then reduce the heat slightly and cook for about 12 minutes, until the glaze is thickened and syrupy. Cool before using.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vinegar, balsamic
  • 2 tbsp sugar, brown, light