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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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âSweet and savory flavors combine in this quick, healthful sandwich. The pear gives an unexpected sweetness. You can substitute the pear for an apple for a tasty change.â Veronica Callaghan - Glastonbury, Connecticut Ingredients:
1 small red onion, thinly sliced |
4 teaspoons brown sugar, divided |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1/4 cup dijon mustard |
1 tablespoon apple cider or unsweetened apple juice |
6 wheat sandwich buns, split |
6 bibb or boston lettuce leaves |
1 medium pear, peeled and thinly sliced |
1 pound cooked turkey breast, thinly sliced |
1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves |
6 tablespoons crumbled gorgonzola cheese |
Directions:
1. In a small skillet over medium heat, cook onion and 1 teaspoon brown sugar in oil for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in salt and cayenne.
2. Combine the mustard, apple cider and remaining brown sugar; spread over bun bottoms. Layer with lettuce, pear, turkey, basil and cheese. Top with caramelized onion. Replace tops. Yield: 6 servings.
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