It is a beautiful day today. Right around 80* which is a bit warm for me, but not too hot.
Perfect for a picnic!
Last night, sitting at our BIG.OL'.HONKIN'.TABLE didn't feel right without anybody else filling the empty chairs, so, we decided that a picnic would be a quick fix! Anything for fresh air, sunshine, and a really yummy lunch!
Our Costco started carrying TORTA SANDWICH ROLLS awhile ago. They are priced at $5.99 for a 10 pack and they are so good! We love ciabatta, but it seems like you they are a bit chewier and can take forever to eat...so, we are liking the TORTA roll option!
Before our Rissa left for her trip to Kazakhstan, we stopped in to Costco for a few supplies for her and we enjoyed their Turkey Torta in the food court. Very rarely do we do that anymore, but we were both starving and I wanted to order one so that I could make them at home. I can't wait to make them for her since they are her new favorite!
Today...they were enjoyed by my hubby and I...and they rest of the package will be going into the freezer for when our home is filled again.
And although birdsong and a quiet breeze seems like a lovely time...nothing beats a noisy, busy HOME!!!
Turkey Torta
Ingredients:
Torta sandwich rolls
pesto
Provolone slices
tomatoes, thinly sliced
red onion slices
oven roasted turkey breast
Avocado
parchment paper or tin foil
I didn't include exact amounts as we have cut way down on how much we use. So, just add as much as you like and if you don't like something, simply leave it out. Quite frankly, I would eat the bread alone...even without butter which means it has gotta be GOOD! {I make mine without the meat and load up on the cheese and veggies!}
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350*
*Slice rolls in half.
*Toast just a bit to avoid a soggy sandwich. Trust me.
*Spread a bit of pest on the top half.
*Add a slice of cheese.
*Add a couple of tomato slices.
*Add red onion and avocado slices.
*Add a bit of turkey,
*Wrap in parchment paper and tie with twine.
*Place in preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes.
*If you are traveling further out, you can make them cold and keep them chilled with ice packs.
Tuck them into the picnic basket...or a little burlap bag...and enjoy!
Our picnic lunch:
Chilled apple cider
Fresh raspberries
linen towels for napkins
wooden mini forks for the berries
Shared with: comfy in the kitchen, stonegable
That sounds wonderful, Lisa. I so wish we had a Costco here. Nothing even close to one- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteI just love your posts! Everything is always so beautiful! xoxo
ReplyDeleteLooks and sounds delish! I would be like you...leave out the meat and add more veggies.
ReplyDeleteIt's really different to have a "quiet" home isn't it?
xo
Pat
Reading this is making me hungry! Sounds so delicious...I must see if our Costco has those rolls. We enjoy the grain triangle shaped ones, but these would be a nice change.
ReplyDeleteYou always make everything looks so pretty and special ;-)
blessings!
Thank you, ladies!
ReplyDeleteYes, it is very different having a quiet home...it is taking some getting used to.
Kathy, if the rolls aren't available, the ciabatta also works well as far as standing up to the heat and the warm veggies and melted cheese. I hope you can find it. :}
Happy Friday!