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Crunchy Hero Pesto Sandwich

Sandwiches are a great option for kid-friendly meals and snacks. With a variety of options to choose from, you can easily customize a sandwich to fit your child’s preferences and dietary needs. But sandwiches aren’t just for kids! This sandwich is easy to make, healthy, and delicious! It has a boost of flavor from the […]

Sandwiches are a great option for kid-friendly meals and snacks. With a variety of options to choose from, you can easily customize a sandwich to fit your child’s preferences and dietary needs. But sandwiches aren’t just for kids!

This sandwich is easy to make, healthy, and delicious! It has a boost of flavor from the pesto and an added crunch from a layer of potato chips. It’s the perfect treat for Dad on Father’s Day or to make any time of the year!

Ingredients:

  • 1 large loaf of bread
  • 1 small tomato
  • 2 large lettuce leaves
  • 6 thin slices turkey
  • 6 thin slices of salami
  • Handful potato chips

Classic Pesto:

  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1-3 Tbsp. water
  • 2 cups fresh basil, loosely packed
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt or sea salt
  • juice of one lemon

Directions:

  1. In a blender, add all the ingredients for the pesto.
  2. Blend on the highest setting for a minute or until the pesto is smooth.
  3. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add one tablespoon of water at a time until you get your desired consistency.
  4. Carefully slice your breadstick across the center.
  5. Slice your tomatoes and prepare your lettuce leaves.
  6. Spread a thin layer of pesto over both sides of the bread.
  7. Top it with the lettuces leaves and sliced tomatoes.
  8. Layer the turkey and salami over the vegetables.
  9. Add a layer of crunchy potato chips.
  10. Top with the second half of your bread.
  11. Enjoy!

Your kids will LOVE making and tasting this recipe! We hope you enjoy!

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