Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOld Neighborhood CafeCole Turkey Recipe

Cole Turkey Recipe

Time4h
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

    Prepare the Turkey

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Turkey

    Rub the entire turkey with olive oil. Season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme, ensuring to cover all surfaces.

  3. 3

    Roast the Turkey

    Place the turkey breast side up in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for about 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with pan juices.

  4. 4

    Rest the Turkey

    Once done, remove the turkey from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes before pulling the meat apart.

Coleslaw Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix Coleslaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrot, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.

  2. 6

    Chill the Coleslaw

    Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Assembly

  1. 7

    Prepare the Rolls

    Slice the submarine rolls in half lengthwise.

  2. 8

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Layer each roll with pulled turkey, a slice of provolone cheese, a generous scoop of coleslaw, a drizzle of Russian dressing, and a bit of additional mayonnaise.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Close the rolls and serve immediately, or wrap them in foil to keep warm until ready to eat.

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