Italian Turkey Sandwiches Recipes

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN TURKEY SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Place turkey in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.
• Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
• With slotted spoon, remove turkey from cooker; place on cutting board. Discard liquid in cooker. Remove bones from turkey and discard. With 2 forks, shred turkey. Return turkey to cooker. Stir in Italian dressing.
• Cut rolls horizontally in half. To serve, spread bottom half of each roll with 1 rounded tablespoon spreadable cheese; top with 1/3 cup turkey and some of the roasted peppers. Turkey mixture will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

ITALIAN TURKEY SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Place turkey breast in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Add onion and green pepper. , Combine the chili sauce, vinegar, oregano and bouillon; pour over turkey and vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until turkey is tender., Shred turkey with 2 forks and return to the slow cooker; heat through. Spoon 1/2 cup onto each roll. Freeze option: Place cooled meat and its juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary.

"MIND BLOWING" TURKEY SANDWICH

Steps:

• For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• On a small rimmed baking sheet, spread the tomatoes, olive oil, salt, garlic and basil. Toss well to coat. Roast until the tomatoes are popped and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
• For the spread: Mix together the mayonnaise and mustard in a small bowl.
• For the sandwich: Lay out the bread and spread the mayonnaise-mustard mixture on each slice. Working 2 slices at a time, place 2 lettuce leaves on one slice and about 6 roasted tomatoes on the opposite slice. Ribbon 3 slices of turkey on the lettuce. Place the 2 halves together and secure with 2 toothpicks with a cornichon on each one. Continue with the remaining ingredients. Cut in half before serving.

SMOKED TURKEY SANDWICHES WITH SPICY AIOLI

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the ciabatta rolls on a rimmed baking sheet with the cut side facing upwards. Bake until lightly toasted, 7 to 10 minutes.
• Arrange the bread, toasted side up, on a work surface and divide the spicy aioli on all the halves evenly. On each of the bottom halves place 1 slice of cheese, ripping in half if necessary to make the cheese fit the bread. On top of the cheese, layer the peppers, followed by the turkey. Divide the basil evenly on each of the top halves, pressing slightly to adhere to the aioli. Place the tops of the sandwiches on, then cut the sandwiches diagonally and serve.
• Whisk together the mayonnaise, chili paste and ¼ teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Refrigerate aioli until ready to assemble the sandwiches.

BISTRO TURKEY SANDWICHES

Steps:

• In a small skillet over medium heat, cook onion and 1 teaspoon brown sugar in oil for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in salt and cayenne., Combine the mustard, apple cider and remaining brown sugar; spread over bun bottoms. Layer with lettuce, pear, turkey, basil and cheese. Top with caramelized onion. Replace tops.

ITALIAN TURKEY DRUMSTICKS

Steps:

• Place turkey, salt and garlic in 12-inch skillet; add enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until turkey is tender; drain.
• Brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
• Mix spaghetti sauce, wine and oil; brush over turkey.
• Cover and grill turkey 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 30 to 40 minutes, brushing occasionally with sauce mixture and turning after 20 minutes, until very tender and well browned. Discard any remaining sauce mixture.

ALFRED PORTALE'S CHRISTMAS TURKEY SANDWICH

Steps:

• Cut bread into 8 thin slices and toast.
• Spread a generous layer of stuffing over one side of four slices; top with turkey, red onion, tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise.
• Top with remaining slices of bread.
• If desired, serve with leftover cranbery relish, chestnuts, pickles and potato chips.

EASY ITALIAN GRILLED SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Split bread horizontally; scoop out soft interior and reserve for croutons or breadcrumbs (see cook's note). Brush inside of each bread half with oil. Bake, cut-side up, until toasted, about 7 minutes. Let cool completely. Spread tapenade on bottom half of bread; add provolone and mozzarella. Top with peppers, artichokes, and salami. Scatter top with arugula. Top with other bread half; press to sandwich.
• Wrap tightly with foil. Place a heavy skillet on top; weigh down with canned goods. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
• Preheat a grill to medium, or oven to 375°F. Transfer wrapped sandwich to grill and cover (or transfer to oven); cook, flipping once, until cheese begins to melt and bread is crisp, about 20 minutes. Remove foil, slice, and serve.

BAKED ITALIAN SUB SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Brush the cut sides of the rolls with Italian Dressing.
• Layer the bottom halves with Meats, Cheeses, Onion and Tomato.
• Replace Hoagie tops.
• Wrap each sandwich in foil, tightly.
• Bake 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
• Remove foil and serve.

ZESTY ITALIAN TURKEY HOAGIE

Steps:

• Cover bottom half of bread loaf with all remaining ingredients except dressing.
• Drizzle with dressing; cover with top of bread.