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Trisha Kruse’s Hot Artichoke and Roasted Red Pepper Turkey Sandwiches

Michael Ashley Schulman’s Cultured Californian Sandwich 

and

Cristy King’s Peach Cheddar Chicken Breast Sandwich.

Hope you enjoy these recipes as much as we do!

: Winning recipe from Michael Ashley Schulman

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 5 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 4

5 :  ★★★★★ 1 review(s)

: Winning recipe from Trisha Kruse

2 tablespoons butter

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 5 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 4

5 :  ★★★★★ 1 review(s)

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 5 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 1

5 :  ★★★★★ 1 review(s)

Hickory Smoked TLT: Who needs bacon, when lean Plainville Farms Hickory smoked turkey has all the flavor without all the guilt? Couple these delicious slices with juicy heirloom tomatoes and crisp romaine lettuce. Save the mayo for stay-at-home eating and spread sliced sourdough with Dijon mustard so you’re good to go.

Turkey Tapenade Ciabatta: Layer fresh ciabatta rolls with roasted sliced turkey and red bell peppers. Puree kalamata olives, capers, lemon juice and herbs into a paste and spread on top. Add a little arugula and wrap it up for the road.

Stuffed Sub Sandwich: Chop up some Plainville Farms turkey salami, bologna and ham.  Toss with shredded provolone, pimentos and chopped pepperoncini. Drizzle with oil and vinegar dressing and a pinch of oregano. Stuff into an Italian roll and get to it.

Turkey Waldorf Sandwich: Layer roasted turkey with thinly sliced granny smith apples, crumbled blue cheese and butter lettuce.  Serve on dark pumpernickel bread for a robust contrast in flavors.

Southwestern Spiced Turkey: Grab some roasted green chilies and grilled red onions and pair them with your favorite turkey. Top with pepperjack cheese between slices of cornmeal rye. Now, enjoy that beautiful blue sky!

Breakfast in Bed: Why head out for Sunday brunch when the best table in the house is free–the bed! Start with Plainville Farms breakfast sausages and work your magic. Round out the meal with poached eggs, buttermilk pancakes a bowl of fresh fruit. Just make sure to take the order on Saturday night, so mom can sleep in as long as she wants!

The Weeklong Lunch Break: Take at least one chore off of mom’s plate for the week by preparing lunch for the family every day. Just stock up on your favorite whole wheat bread, Plainville Farms sliced deli meats, cheeses and condiments galore and you’re halfway there. Just remember to set the alarm a few minutes early each day to accommodate for your new deli duties.

Prepare Planned-Overs:  Designate the day to preparing a dish that keeps on giving. Fire up a roasted turkey or toss together a beautiful braised dish with leftovers in mind. Go ahead and serve up the original dish for Mother’s Day Dinner, then offer mom ideas for (or help with) using up what’s left in quesadillas, salads, sandwiches, pastas and more throughout the rest of the week.

Picnic in the Park: Rather than assembling sandwiches in advance, split one French baguette lengthwise and bring a bunch of fillings to prepare lunch on the spot. Create luxurious combos like Hickory Smoked Turkey, Brie and sliced pears or Virginia ham, arugula and goat cheese. Don’t forget the cutting board and bread slicer so you can portion out a bit for everyone.

Clean the Kitchen: Cooking or not, give mom a little kitchen clean up and she’ll feel the love for sure! Grab the siblings, start with the fridge and stop when the floor is sparkling. Nothing says, “I love you mom” like a serious wipe-down of countertops, small appliances and cabinets. Everything else is simply gravy.

When you break out the grill this year, consider moving beyond your typical go-to burgers and dogs. There are tons of options, including turkey that should make your to-do list. We’ve got three distinctly different ways to get this delicious option into your regular rotation.

Burg-o-rama: Season Plainville Farms ground turkey with your favorite herbs and spices. Since ground turkey is lower in saturated fat than ground beef, you can even add a little olive oil to the mix to make the juiciest, healthiest burger ever. Make sure to place burgers on a well-greased, preheated grill to prevent sticking. Cook over medium-high heat until cooked all the way through to 175ºF. Grill some onion slices or peppers on the side and you’ll amp up the flavor even more.

The Best of the Breast: Marinate your Plainville Farms turkey breast with olive oil, fresh herbs and garlic for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. Then, preheat your grill over medium high and place your turkey breast, skin side down, onto the grill. You’ll want to turn the grill down to medium to avoid burning the skin. Give it some time, then flip over the breast to finish until it’s cooked through. Slice up grilled turkey and serve on top of salad, with fruit chutney or on your favorite sandwich roll.

Eyes on the Thighs: Rub turkey legs with a mixture of chili powder, cumin, garlic and oregano. Season with salt and pepper and let the flavors sink in.  Make sure to grill turkey legs over a medium-low heat for tender crispy results. In the end, you’ll be able to pull the meat right off of the bone and enjoy as is, with your favorite salsa or smothered with spicy BBQ sauce.

Ready to get started? Watch this video demonstration and fire up your grill!

At Plainville Farms, we care about the environment like we care for our birds. The old fashioned way. We use common sense to guide us in our decisions. That means locating our farms as close as possible to our processing plants so we drive less and use less fuel. Our frozen sausages are packaged in 100% recycled paperboard and our trayless packaging reduces our carbon footprint. It’s these little things that make a difference. We’re guessing our extended Plainville Farms family cares as much about the environment as we do. To celebrate Earth Day, we offer you ten common sense tips to save the planet from your very own kitchen.

Walk to the grocery store. Consider using up some of your own energy, while saving a little fuel. Trips a little too long? Hop on that bike instead!

Shop seasonally. Meet the farmers in your area at farmer’s markets and support their local businesses. Purchasing fruits and veggies seasonally from sources nearby insures a smaller carbon footprint transaction.

Share your shopping list. When you do hit the store, share the trip with a friend. Combining the drive with a visit makes the task more enjoyable. Alternate the favor and you’ll cut your driving bill in half.

Pack in a washable sack. Send those Plainville Farms turkey sandwiches to school in washable lunch bags rather than plastic or paper bags that’ll inevitably end up in the trash.

Be your own mixmaster. Just because you have a food processor, blender or mixer doesn’t mean you have to rely on it. Add a little muscle power to your next recipe in the form of extra chopping, whisking or blending. Consider it a “green” workout.

Store in reusable containers. Toss those plastic baggies to the wayside and invest in indestructible (and easily washable) glass containers for all of your leftovers.

Unplug small appliances. Toasters, blenders, coffee makers and the rest of those appliances that sit on your counter top use energy even when turned off. Unplug and save it for when you need it.

Turn your freezer up. Experiment with dialing your freezer and fridge up by a notch or two. Most of these appliances go way cooler than necessary to get the job done.

Divide your waste. Compost turkey scraps, fruits and veggie skins. Recycle plastics, glass and paper. Toss waste into the garbage and of course, re-use whatever you can!

Stand by your sources. Get to know the farmers and suppliers of your food. Supporting companies and individuals that make the right choices about growing your food and treating the environment right, you will help make a big difference.

See how our Farmer’s take care of things.

Find the right cut: Plainville turkey breast is naturally loved for it’s tender juicy flavor. Of course, thighs and drumsticks, which cost less, are amazing as well. You can roast them over a low heat for a long time to create dishes like turkey carnitas or braise them in broth for a turkey osso bucco that’s out of this world.  Either way, you’ll save a pretty penny.

Grow a little (money) tree: Have you ever noticed how much you spend on herbs alone? If you set aside a little plot (or planter) in your garden, on your porch or even in a kitchen window, you can have fresh flavor year round. Consider starting with heartier herbs like thyme, rosemary or sage, which all happen to pair wonderfully with any cut of Plainville Farms turkey. Basil, mint or cilantro will do great in outdoor gardens as the summer sun starts to shine.

Buy big and save: When choosing poultry, you can save money buy purchasing whole birds or larger cuts. Roast or grill your whole Plainville Farms turkey or break it down into smaller cuts like breasts, thighs and drumsticks and freeze them for later use.

Get to the roots: Hearty root vegetables combined with chunks of Plainville Farms turkey make for an amazing stew. It’s hard to believe that this family of veggies, including turnips, parsnips, rutabagas and celery root can be so tasty, underappreciated and, yes, inexpensive. Buy them in bulk and store them in a cool area of your kitchen and you’ll have plenty to hold you over until tomato season.

Welcome the grain: What do rice, barley and wheatberries have in common? They all make a terrific base to almost any dish at a nominal cost. Perfect beneath your best braised dishes like Turkey Cacciatore, a plateful of any of these grains will soak in the flavor and boost your savings with every bite.

Choose Atypical Toppings: We love pepperoni, but pizza is such a blank canvas that it’s perfect for experimenting. How about a pie with shredded turkey, green peppers and olives, or a sweet salty combo of Plainville Farms Virginia Ham and sliced pears? The combos are endless.

One Up Your Crust: Create a pizza dough from scratch and knead in herbs like basil or oregano. Not enough time? Start with store bought and sprinkle herbs onto the counter before your roll out the dough.

Sensationalize the Sauce: Before reaching for your typical tomato sauce, consider some other unique options. Spread with one of the following: refried beans, hummus, olive tapenade or peanut sauce on your dough and you’ll end up with an entirely different ethnic flavor profile represented. Still thinking about tomato sauce? Add ground turkey to your traditional tomato sauce for a bolognaise base that’ll create an unforgettable pie!

Take a Break from Baking: A typical pizza recipe calls for baking in a super hot 500ºF oven. That may crisp up the top, but grilling your pizza will give it that smoky charred taste of a brick oven pie. Use a pizza stone or toss it directly on the well-greased grill and you’ll see what we mean.

Cut your dough into quarters for individual pies or even smaller for bite-sized minis. Pull it into a long slab if you feel like it. Remember, your food means your choice!