Sunday Dinner with Diane: Pesto Turkey Focaccia Melt
Pesto Turkey Focaccia Melt
There’s a quiet kind of comfort in a warm, toasted sandwich done right. Diane’s Pesto Turkey Focaccia Melt layers bright pesto, tender turkey, and golden focaccia into something simple yet elevated — a meal that feels just as at home on a weekday lunch plate as it does at a weekend gathering.
With crisp edges, melted provolone, and sweet sautéed onions, every bite is savory, balanced, and perfectly satisfying. It’s a timeless combination that never goes out of style — and one you’ll find yourself craving again and again.
Ingredients
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1 loaf freshly baked focaccia, sliced in half horizontally
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½ cup fresh pesto (homemade or store-bought)
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½ lb organic sliced turkey deli meat
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½ purple onion, thinly sliced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2–3 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
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4–6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
Prepare the focaccia
Cut the focaccia in half lengthwise, creating a top and bottom.
Spread fresh pesto generously on the inside of both halves.
Sauté the onions
In a small skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat.
Add the purple onion slices and sauté until softened and lightly caramelized.
Assemble the sandwich
On the bottom half of the focaccia, layer:
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Sliced turkey
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Sautéed onions
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Tomato slices
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Provolone cheese
Top with the remaining focaccia half, pesto side down.
Warm & melt
Wrap the assembled sandwich tightly in foil.
Place in a 350°F oven and warm until the turkey is heated through and the cheese has melted — about 10–15 minutes.
Serve
Slice into portions and serve warm.
Perfect with a simple green salad or a small cup of soup.
A Sandwich Worth Remembering
There’s nothing ordinary about this turkey melt —it’s proof that the best meals don’t have to be complicated. The pesto brings a burst of freshness, the onions add just the right sweetness, and the focaccia gives every bite a light crunch.
Whether you’re hosting a casual lunch or just want to treat yourself to something a little more special than the usual sandwich, Diane’s Pesto Turkey Focaccia Melt delivers every time.
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