Homemade Turkey Recipe
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 Assembly
Method
Turkey Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Turkey
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Rinse the whole turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Turkey
Rub the turkey with olive oil, then season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary, ensuring to coat both the outside and inside of the cavity.
- 3
- 4
Rest and Pull the Turkey
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. After resting, use your hands or a fork to pull the meat apart into chunks.
Sandwich Assembly
- 5
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and slice the tomato and onion thinly. Set aside.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
On a slice of sourdough bread, spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise, layer with fresh lettuce, pulled turkey, provolone cheese, sliced tomato, and onion. Top with another slice of sourdough.
- 7
Serve
Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade turkey sandwich!