Turkey Muenster Focaccia Melt
🇺🇸 United States
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup basil pesto or chopped fresh basil
- 1 loaf focaccia or ciabatta, halved lengthwise
- 2 sliced tomatoes or 1-2 cups sliced cherry tomatoes
- 6-12 thin slices deli turkey
- 12 slices Muenster cheese
- 12 slices crispy prosciutto
- 2 cups arugula or shredded romaine
Steps
- Whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and pesto in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place focaccia halves cut side up on a baking sheet and spread pesto mayo evenly over both halves.
- Layer tomatoes, 6 slices of Muenster cheese, turkey, and prosciutto on the bottom half. Arrange remaining cheese slices on the top half.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and layer greens over the prosciutto on the bottom half.
- Place the top half of the focaccia over the greens and press down gently. Rub the top with olive oil.
- Return to the oven for 5 minutes, until the bread is toasted and crisp.
- Slice into 6 pieces and serve warm or chilled.
Source: www.halfbakedharvest.com