Pesto-Turkey Layered Loaf

By kjs1010

This yummy sandwich is easy to make and travels well. Make several to feed a crowd, and use any meat, veggies and cheese you like.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf (1 pound) French bread
• 1 cup prepared pesto
• 1 pound thinly sliced deli turkey
• 1/2 pound provolone cheese, thinly sliced
• 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the top fourth off loaf of bread. Carefully hollow out the bottom, leaving a 1/2 inch shell. (Discard removed bread or save for another use.). Spread pesto on the inside of top and bottom of bread. Set top aside.

In bottom of bread, layer with turkey, cheese, zucchini, tomatoes and onion. Gently press the layers together. Replace bread top and wrap tightly in foil.

Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Yield: 6 servings