Turkey and Bacon Panini with Chipotle Mayonnaise
Description
Turkey and bacon join melted provolone and a spicy mayonnaise in this crispy grilled sandwich.
Ingredients
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8 slices bacon
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1 tablespoon butter
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1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups fresh spinach leaves
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1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
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2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
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1 teaspoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
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8 (4 inch) pieces focaccia bread
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4 slices provolone cheese
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1/2 pound sliced deli turkey meat
Directions
1
Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
2
While the bacon is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, 7 to 10 minutes, adding garlic for the last minute. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
3
Preheat a panini press according to the manufacturer's instructions.
4
Stir mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce together in a small bowl. Spread mixture over 4 slices of focaccia bread, then top each slice with provolone, turkey, two slices bacon, spinach mixture, and remaining bread slices.
5
Cook sandwiches in the preheated panini press until crispy and golden brown, about 5 minutes each.