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Turkey Parmesan-Stuffed Pita Sandwiches
Makes 8 sandwiches

Prep time: 15 minutes

1 cup mayonnaise

6 tablespoons fresh Parmesan cheese, finely grated

1 tablespoon capers, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

8 pitas with pockets*, each about 4 inches in diameter

1 - 1/2 pounds of turkey breast, thinly sliced

Tomato slices

Flat-leaf parsley**

For Parmesan mayonnaise: Combine the mayonnaise in a mixing bowl with the Parmesan cheese, capers and lemon juice. Blend well. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste. Place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Cut off a small strip from the top of each pita, allowing access to the pocket. Evenly divide the Parmesan mayonnaise and the turkey slices among the pita pockets. Fill each pocket with tomato slices and plenty of flat-leaf parsley leaves. Refrigerate. Before picnic, remove from refrigerator and pack in a cooler.

* Sourdough bread may be substituted.

** Any variety of parsley may be substituted.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 1 sandwich

Calories: 460

Fat 26g

Carbohydrates: 31g

Protein 24g

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