Pressed Pesto Picnic Sandwich

This Italian sandwich with creamy Genovese basil Pesto is the perfect addition to your picnic repertoire!

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Ingredients 4 Servings

Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons Barilla® Creamy Genovese Pesto, divided
  • 1 loaf artisanal bread, cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 1 bunch basil
  • 4 ounces salami, sliced thin
  • 6 ounces prosciutto, sliced thin
  • 4 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
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Instructions

  • On the bottom-half of each piece of bread, layer meats, then cheeses, followed by 1 or 2 slices of tomato. 
  • Cover the tomato slices with a small handful of basil leaves. 
  • Spread 1-tablespoon pesto on the top half of each piece of bread and place it on top of basil leaves. 
  • Wrap the sandwiches with parchment paper and tie a piece of string around them.

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