Hot Sandwiches For March!

Spring is here!

Although it might not feel like it, we know that it's here so like many of you I like to start changing my menu from the heavy winter 'comfort foods' to something a little lighter, but with our weather still being on the cool side...my family wants a warm meal on the table.  My solution  --  HOT SANDWICHES!

Today I wanted to share with you one of our family favorite recipes for a hot sandwich because in our house, nobody wants a cold sandwich or salad when the temps outside are chilly.  My kids love it because they get to help make the sandwich, it's super kid friendly, but the ingredients are 'adult' in nature and flavors so it's a win/win for everyone.   

You can even buy mini focaccia loaves and have everyone make their own sandwich...This is a great idea for a party!




Hot Chicken, Sun Dried Tomato & Spinach Sandwich
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients:

• 1 loaf Focaccia bread, sliced crosswise
• ¼ - 1/3 cup sun dried tomato pesto
• 10 – 12 slices of Mozzarella cheese
• ½ pound deli sliced roasted chicken breast
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Open focaccia loaf, set top aside. Spread ½ of the sun dried tomato pesto on the bottom of the loaf.
3. Place a layer of Mozzarella cheese, about 5-6 slices, over the sun dried tomato pesto.
4. Layer the sliced roasted chicken breast over the cheese.
5. Spread out the fresh spinach over the sliced deli meat.
6. Layer the remaining sliced roasted chicken breast over the spinach.
7. Place the remaining cheese, about 5-6 slices, over the sliced deli meat.
8. Spread the remaining sun dried tomato pesto over the cheese and place the top of the loaf on the sandwich.
9. Wrap in tin foil to completely cover the sandwich & bake for 45 minutes or until heated through.
10. Cut into wedges before serving.  

We hope you like this as much as we do and the best part is you can create and make any kind of hot sandwich your family likes using deli meats & cheeses.  

There are so many great sauces out there too, olive spreads, mayo spreads the options are endless. 

For more ideas, check out this VIDEO HERE!  You can even see how easy this is to put together!

From my heart to yours,
Kirsten
www.dishinupsomelove.org