Panera Turkey Artichoke Panini

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Panera Turkey Artichoke Panini

1 loaf pesto focaccia bread
8 oz. freshly sliced turkey
4 oz. Artichoke Spinach Spread (see below)
2 oz. asiago cheese
1 small red onion, diced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1-2 tomatoes, sliced ( 6-8 slices)
1 pinch salt and pepper

Preheat panini grill to medium temperature.

In a medium sauce pan, sauté diced red onion in olive oil until
transparent. Add balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

Slice the loaf of pesto focaccia into two semi-circles, and halve
each semi-circle.

Layer the turkey onto the bottom halves of the focaccia bread, and
spread spinach artichoke mix over turkey. Layer sautéed onions,
asiago/parmesan blend and tomato slices. Close face of panini with
the top halves of focaccia bread.

Add panini to preheated grill and press lightly. Grill 5 minutes on
medium or until the cheese begins to melt and there are grill marks
on the focaccia bread.

Serves 2

ARTICHOKE SPINACH SPREAD

1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 jar (14.75 oz.) Cara Mia Marinated Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped.

In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well. Spoon into a microwave-safe 9-inch pie plate and heat in the microwave (80% power) for 3 minutes. Serve immediately. Serves 5-6