Three Way Tie Sandwich Recipes

"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.

OMELET-IN-A-HOLE 3 WAYS

Steps:

• For the toast and eggs: Neatly remove the centers of the bread slices, leaving a 1/2-inch rim inside the crust (reserve the bread centers for another use). Lightly beat the eggs in a medium bowl with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper.
• Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
• For the Denver omelet: Add the ham and bell pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the ham is slightly browned and the pepper is softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
• Reduce the heat to low. Fit the bread crusts into the skillet. While holding down the bread to create a seal and barrier, pour about a quarter of the egg mixture into the center of each crust. Split the ham and vegetable mixture between the crusts. Top each with 1/4 cup cheese, then top with the remaining egg mixture. Cover with a lid or foil and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the toasts and cook until the egg is set, another 3 minutes. Transfer each to a separate plate cheese-side up and sprinkle with the chives.
• For the spinach omelet: Add the spinach and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted and the bell pepper is softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
• Reduce the heat to low. Fit the bread crusts into the skillet. While holding down the bread to create a seal and barrier, pour about a quarter of the egg mixture into the center of each crust. Split the spinach mixture between the crusts. Top each with 1/4 cup cheese, then top with the remaining egg mixture. Cook as above, then garnish with the basil instead of the chives.
• For the sausage and mushroom omelet: Add the mushrooms and sausage to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is completely browned and the mushrooms are softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
• Reduce the heat to low. Fit the bread crusts into the skillet. While holding down the bread to create a seal and barrier, pour about a quarter of the egg mixture into the center of each crust. Split the sausage mixture between the crusts. Top each with 1/4 cup cheese, then top with the remaining egg mixture. Cook as above, then garnish with the parsley instead of the chives.

CHICKEN PARMESAN SANDWICH

Steps:

• For the sundried tomato pesto: Put the sundried tomatoes and their oil in a food processor along with the basil, Parmesan and salt. Process to combine.
• For the chicken Parmesan: Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with the salt and pepper. Cut them in half crosswise. Using 3 wide, shallow bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and combine the panko, Parmesan and oregano in the third.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour to coat lightly, shaking off the excess. Dip the chicken into the egg and then into the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crust to the chicken. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on the first side, 3 to 4 minutes. Gently flip all of the chicken over and layer 1 mozzarella slice on top. Cook until the second side is golden brown and the mozzarella has melted, about 4 more minutes.
• Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, mozzarella-sides up. Spread about 1 tablespoon of Sundried Tomato Pesto on top. Put a tomato slice on 8 of the pieces, and then top them with the remaining 8 pieces, mozzarella sides down, to make little sandwiches. Serve immediately.

PIZZA DIP THREE WAYS

Steps:

• For the mozzarella sticks and dip base: Cook the mozzarella sticks according to the package instructions.
• Meanwhile, make the dip base: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pepperoni and cook, stirring, until just crisped on the edges, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove half the pepperoni with a slotted spoon to a plate and reserve. Add the garlic and cook until sizzling, about 30 seconds. Add the tomato puree, oregano, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a brisk simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes.
• For the mix-ins: Divide the dip base among 3 serving bowls (about 1 cup per bowl). Stir the artichokes, capers and brine and 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan into the first bowl and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Stir the olives and mushrooms into the second bowl and sprinkle with the oregano and red pepper flakes. Stir the sundried tomatoes, reserved pepperoni and most of the basil into the third bowl. Top with the ricotta and remaining basil
• Arrange the mozzarella sticks on a platter and serve with the dips.

SUE'S TAILGATE SANDWICH

Steps:

• Slice the focaccia bread in half horizontally. Mix together mayonnaise, garlic, and artichoke juice. Spread this mixture on the bread. Layer the remaining ingredients on half of the bread. Sprinkle with balsamic vinaigrette. Top with second piece of bread. Wrap in plastic wrap and then foil. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Slice into wedges and serve. Other cold cuts and cheeses can be used.
• Cut peppers in half and clean out seeds. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt. Grill on low-medium heat for 20 minutes. Peel off blackened skin.

ITALIAN EGG SANDWICH

Steps:

• Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a heavy small skillet over medium heat. Crack the egg into the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and cook until the white is firm and the yolk is almost set, about 4 minutes. Season with salt.
• Meanwhile, toast the bread until golden brown. Rub the garlic over the toast. Sprinkle with the Parmesan. Spoon the drained marinara sauce over the Parmesan. Top with the egg. Place the open-faced sandwich on a plate and serve.
• In a large casserole pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add celery and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, and bay leaves and simmer covered on low heat for 1 hour or until thick. Remove bay leaves and check for seasoning. If sauce still tastes acidic, add unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon at a time to round out the flavors.
• Add half the tomato sauce into the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. Continue with remaining tomato sauce.
• If not using all the sauce, allow it to cool completely and pour 1 to 2 cup portions into freezer plastic bags. This will freeze up to 6 months.

SANDWICH-INSPIRED PIZZAS THREE WAYS

Steps:

• For the pizza dough: Whisk 2/3 cup warm water (105 to 110 degrees F) and the sugar in a medium bowl; sprinkle the yeast on top. Set aside until foamy, about 10 minutes. Stir in the olive oil.
• Whisk the flour and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture. Gradually stir with a wooden spoon, starting from the inside of the well and working your way out, to make a rough dough.
• Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes, dusting with more flour if necessary. Form into a ball. Brush a large bowl with olive oil, add the ball of dough and turn to coat with the oil. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 hour 30 minutes. If not making pizza immediately, at this point you can wrap the dough in plastic and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then allow to come to room temperature before rolling out.
• One hour before baking, put a pizza stone or large inverted baking sheet on the lowest oven rack and preheat to 500 degrees F.
• Place the ball of dough on a large piece of parchment that's been lightly dusted with flour, then stretch into a 12- to 14-inch round. Slide the parchment with the dough onto a pizza peel or a second inverted baking sheet. Top as desired and bake following the instructions below.
• For the Italian sub pizza: Spread the pizza sauce on the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with half of the mozzarella, then add the banana peppers, roasted red peppers, the remaining mozzarella and a pinch of oregano. Slide the pizza (on the parchment) onto the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, 10 to 12 minutes. Top with the salami, capocollo, prosciutto, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, another pinch of dried oregano and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Let cool 1 to 2 minutes before slicing.
• For the shrimp po' boy pizza: Stir together the butter and 2 tablespoons of the hot sauce in a small bowl, then brush on the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with half of the mozzarella, then add the shrimp and remaining mozzarella. Sprinkle with the Cajun seasoning. Slide the pizza (on the parchment) onto the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, 10 to 12 minutes. Meanwhile, make a remoulade sauce by stirring together the mayonnaise, mustard, pickles, lemon juice, remaining 2 teaspoons hot sauce and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Top the pizza with the lettuce and drizzle with the remoulade sauce. Let cool 1 to 2 minutes before slicing.
• For the breakfast sandwich pizza: Stir together the olive oil and grated garlic in a small bowl, then brush on the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with half of the mozzarella, then add the bacon and remaining mozzarella. Crack the eggs on top of the pizza, leaving about 1 inch between each egg, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt and several grinds of black pepper. Slide the pizza (on the parchment) onto the hot stone or baking sheet. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, 10 to 12 minutes. Top with the chopped chives. Let cool 1 to 2 minutes before slicing.