REJUVENATED RUSTIC TURKEY - ARTICHOKE PANINI

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Rejuvenated Rustic Turkey - Artichoke Panini image

Similar to one of my favorite selections at Panera Bread restaurant--this one will work for lunch as is with a few carrot-sticks on the side OR add a cup of soup or small salad for delicious dinner-time fare. I don't have a panini-maker--so my two large cast-iron frying pans get called into action.

Provided by Debber

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 rustic sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup shallot, sliced
1 (8 ounce) jar artichokes, quartered, drained
1 loaf focaccia bread
8 tablespoons mayonnaise, divided
1 bunch spinach, fresh, divided
1 cup asiago cheese, grated
1 lb turkey breast, sliced, divided
salt & pepper, taste
1 dash cayenne chili pepper flakes (optional)
8 slices sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained

Steps:

  • Lightly toast pine nuts in cast-iron frying pan or oven; pour nuts into small bowl; set aside to cool.
  • Melt butter in empty pan, sauté shallots, stirring lightly; set aside.
  • Coarsely chop artichokes, then add to shallots in warm pan; set aside.
  • Cut focaccia bread into four equal sandwich portions, then slice horizontally; spread each slice with one tablespoon of mayonnaise.
  • Layer spinach and tomato slices equally on four of the bread slices.
  • Add the grated cheese and toasted pine-nuts to the artichokes-shallot mixture in the pan; quickly divide into four portions and spoon over the spinach and tomatoes.
  • Add one fourth of the turkey breast meat to each of the sandwiches, lightly add salt & pepper and cayenne pepper flakes to taste; put the lid on the sandwich and press lightly.
  • Place sandwiches into panini-maker and heat per manufacturer's suggestions....OR....place sandwiches into large buttered medium-hot frying pan, place another heavy frying pan on top; then press down firmly to heat sandwich like this for 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.5, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 96.6, Sodium 524.1, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 4, Protein 31.7

Margaret Ortiz
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I wasn't a huge fan of this panini. The roasted turkey was a bit dry, and the artichoke hearts were bland. The pesto and cheese helped to improve the flavor, but overall it was just an average sandwich.


Erons Gopo
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This panini was amazing! The combination of roasted turkey, artichoke hearts, pesto, and cheese was perfect. The bread was perfectly toasted and the flavors all came together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


rochelle thundercloud
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I thought this panini was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland, and the bread was a bit too dry. I think it could have been improved with some more flavorful fillings, like sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers.


Gangani GanganiKulasekara
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This sandwich was delicious! The roasted turkey was moist and flavorful, the artichoke hearts added a nice tang, and the pesto and cheese were the perfect finishing touches. I'll definitely be making this again.


Audrey Smous
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I wasn't a huge fan of this panini. The roasted turkey was a bit dry, and the artichoke hearts were bland. The pesto and cheese helped to improve the flavor, but overall it was just an average sandwich.


Asafur Asafur Rahaman
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This panini was amazing! The combination of roasted turkey, artichoke hearts, pesto, and cheese was perfect. The bread was perfectly toasted and the flavors all came together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


M Irfan
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I thought this panini was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland, and the bread was a bit too dry. I think it could have been improved with some more flavorful fillings, like sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers.


Bilal Aftab
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This sandwich was delicious! The roasted turkey was moist and flavorful, the artichoke hearts added a nice tang, and the pesto and cheese were the perfect finishing touches. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khairul Amin
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This panini was a bit too messy for my taste. The fillings kept falling out of the bread, and it was hard to eat. The flavor was good, but I think I would have preferred it in a wrap or on a different type of bread.


Rafeeq khan Rafeeq khan
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I'm not a huge fan of turkey sandwiches, but this one was really good! The artichoke hearts and pesto added a lot of flavor, and the bread was perfectly toasted.


Aysha palmaris
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Wow! This panini was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the bread was perfectly toasted. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Bill Dyar
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This sandwich was just okay. The roasted turkey was a bit dry, and the artichoke hearts were bland. The pesto and cheese helped to improve the flavor, but overall it was just an average sandwich.


Jason Veteran
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I made this panini for lunch and it was a hit! The roasted turkey was moist and flavorful, the artichoke hearts added a nice tang, and the pesto and cheese were the perfect finishing touches. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ann FASHIONS
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This panini was a bit too heavy for my taste. The roasted turkey and artichoke hearts were both delicious, but the combination of the cheese, pesto, and arugula was a bit overwhelming. I think I would have preferred it with just the turkey, artichoke


Gracey
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey sandwiches, but this one was exceptional. The combination of roasted turkey, artichoke hearts, and pesto was inspired, and the bread was perfectly toasted. I'll definitely be making this again!


Traci Mckay
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This turkey artichoke panini was a delightful surprise! The flavors of the roasted turkey, tangy artichoke hearts, creamy cheese, and zesty pesto blended perfectly together. The bread was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, providing the pe