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They make this Turkey Over Italy Turkey Sandwich at my favorite deli in Boise called Deli George. It has turkey, provolone, and pesto mayo on focaccia bread.
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This Turkey Over Italy Turkey Sandwich on Foccacia Bread is just the best. This sandwich is made with our yummy homemade focaccia bread, deli turkey, provolone cheese, pepperoncinis, vinegar drenched lettuce, and pesto mayo. They make this delicious baby at my favorite sandwich place in Boise called Deli George. If you are ever in the Boise area, I highly recommend the Deli George. Their sandwiches are amazing! I have been wanting to re-create this sandwich ever since I first tasted it, and I have to admit, my version tasted just like it.
Ingredients in Our Turkey Over Italy Sandwich
- Focaccia Bread – I like using thick slices of bread, but the bread slices are up to you. It makes delicious sandwich bread!
- Smoked Deli Turkey – deli meats are thinly sliced and are perfect for this turkey club or any other turkey sandwich recipe.
- Provolone Cheese – This cheese gives the sandwich an Italian flair with rich, yet slightly tangy cheese.
- Shredded Lettuce – any kind will do, but shredded iceberg lettuce is perfect.
- Sliced Pepperocinis – you can use other vegetables too like cucumbers, onions or anything that gives the sandwich a crunch.
- Mayonnaise – mayo pairs well with honey mustard or dijon mustard if you like that combo.
- Pesto – use canned pesto or you can make your own.
- Red Wine Vinegar – adds a salty, zesty flavor to the sandwich.
- Oregano – just a little fresh oregano adds to the Italian flavors.
An Italian Turkey Sandwich
To elevate the best turkey sandwich recipe, an Italian flair is the best way to go. By adding a thin layer of pesto sauce, red wine vinegar, oregano and throwing it all on baked Foccacia bread. Feel free to customize it with additional ingredients like roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, arugula, or balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
Variations on this Turkey Over Italy
This Turkey Over Italy club sandwich is perfect as is but if you are looking to add more or don’t have some of these ingredients on hand, try ham, salami, chicken or other meat. You can also try sourdough, rye bread or some other veggies. Try roasting a bunch of veggies in the oven or add raw vegetables. Use a panini press to crisp it golden brown or grill in a pan or skillet on the stovetop.
- Tomato
- Red onion slices
- Swiss cheese
- Pickle
- Black pepper
- Thinly Sliced Red Onions
- Banana Peppers
- Spinach
- Colby Jack Cheese
- Chipotle sauce
- Cheddar Cheese
Frequently Asked Questions
A classic turkey sandwich includes mayo and mustard. However, the recipe below has a delicious pesto mayo!
You can substitute smashed avocado for mayo!
I like to get the thin sliced turkey from the deli counter at the grocery store! I think it has the best flavor.
An Italian turkey sub is similar to this Turkey Over Italy sandwich. It’s more of a turkey melt with turkey breast, Genoa salami, spicy pepperoni, provolone cheese, new Subway Vinaigrette and your choice of veggies on your choice of bread.Mar 18, 2015
The Art of the Sandwich
If your idea of a sandwich is a child’s peanut butter and jelly on flimsy white bread, it’s time to rethink what a sandwich can be. Check out these grown up versions of the go-to lunch option when it comes to kids and adults. Try making yours on a bun, or with a wide variety of breads. The Turkey Over Italy Turkey Sandwich works well on the flavorful and sturdy focaccia bread. But other sandwiches are better served on a hoagie roll, pretzel roll, whole wheat bread and more.
How to Make a Turkey Over Italy Sandwich
Turkey Over Italy Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 loaf focaccia bread, cut into 8 wedges (like a pie)
- 1 pound smoked deli turkey get some good stuff, I like to get mine sliced thin fresh from the deli
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoncini
- 1 ½ cups shredded lettuce
- red wine vinegar, to taste
- oregano to taste
Pesto Mayo
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup pesto
Instructions
- Mix together the mayonnaise and pesto in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Toss shredded lettuce with red wine vinegar and a pinch of oregano. Set aside. Cut open the focaccia bread wedges.
- Layer each slice with the pesto mayo.
- Layer each sandwich with turkey, provolone cheese, sliced pepperoncini, and shredded lettuce.
- Top with the other slice of focaccia bread.
Notes
- tomatoes
- thinly sliced red onions
- banana peppers
- spinach
- Monterey Jack cheese
- cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper
I made this and it was very tasty. I have saved the recipe and I will make these again from time to time. I did add bacon and butter pickles though. Thanks
This sandwich is amazing! Totally obsessed with it, I can’t stop eating it!
So glad I can make this at home! So tasty and delicious!
Boise is a bit far for me to travel so I’m glad I can make this at home! Delish!
This was a great sandwich idea! Love all the flavors together, easy for a quick lunch!