Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAbby Singer's BistroCole Turkey Recipe

Cole Turkey Recipe

Time5h
Serves8

The Cole Turkey features slow-roasted hand pulled turkey, coleslaw, provolone cheese, Russian dressing, and mayo. A satisfying blend of flavors in every bite!

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Ingredients

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Turkey

Method

Turkey Preparation

  1. 1

    Roasting the Turkey

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rub the whole turkey with olive oil, then season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Place the turkey in a roasting pan and pour in the chicken broth.

  2. 2

    Cooking the Turkey

    Cover the turkey with aluminum foil and roast in the oven for approximately 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the foil in the last 30 minutes to allow the skin to brown.

  3. 3

    Shredding the Turkey

    Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. Then, hand-pull the turkey meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding the skin and bones.

Coleslaw Preparation

  1. 4

    Mixing the Coleslaw

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and carrots. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

  2. 5

    Combining Ingredients

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots mixture. Toss to coat evenly. Let the coleslaw sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Building the Sandwich

    Slice the sub rolls in half and layer with hand-pulled turkey, a slice of provolone cheese, a generous scoop of coleslaw, and a drizzle of Russian dressing. Top with a smear of mayonnaise if desired.

  2. 7

    Serving

    Serve immediately while the turkey is warm and enjoy your delicious Cole Turkey sandwich!

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