Jul 14 2026

Homemade Turkey Recipe

Time4h
Serves8

Discover our delectable Homemade Turkey Sandwich featuring slow-roasted hand pulled turkey, no sliced cold cuts here, and topped with provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayo. A fresh and satisfying choice!

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Ingredients

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Turkey Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Turkey Sandwich Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Turkey

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Rinse the whole turkey under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the entire turkey with olive oil, ensuring to cover it evenly.

  2. 2

    Season the Turkey

    In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub this spice mix all over the turkey, including inside the cavity.

  3. 3

    Roast the Turkey

    Place the turkey in a roasting pan and cover it loosely with foil. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 13-15 minutes per pound. For a 12-14 lb turkey, this will take about 3-4 hours. Remove the foil during the last hour to allow the skin to brown.

  4. 4

    Check for Doneness

    Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the breast. Once done, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before carving.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Sandwich

    Once the turkey has rested, pull apart the meat into slices or hand-pulled chunks. Toast the slices of bread if desired.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On each slice of bread, spread a layer of mayonnaise. Add a generous amount of turkey, followed by provolone cheese, lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and onion slices. Top with another slice of bread.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately with your favorite side.

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