Warm Turkey, Tomatillo, and Smoked Mozzarella Pita Sandwiches
- 2 pita loaves with pockets
- 6 fresh tomatillos (about 1/2 pound total)
- 1 fresh jalapeno chili, seeded and chopped (wear rubber gloves)
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 6 ounces thinly sliced cooked turkey breast
- Half a 7-ounce jar roasted red pepper, rinsed and patted dry
- 2 ounces smoked mozzarella, cut into 6 slices
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander, washed, dried, and chopped
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Split pita loaves horizontally to create 4 rounds.
- Discard husks from tomatillos and rinse under warm water.
- Chop tomatillos and in a blender puree with jalapeno, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth.
- In a small saucepan cook puree over moderate heat, stirring, until thickened, about 4 minutes.
- Spread 1/4 tomatillo puree on rough side of each pita round.
- Arrange 2 pita rounds on a baking sheet and top evenly with turkey, roasted pepper, mozzarella, and coriander.
- Top with remaining pita rounds, tomatillo sides down.
- Brush tops of sandwiches with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake sandwiches in middle of oven 10 minutes, or until cheese is slightly melted and tops of pitas are golden brown.
- Cut sandwiches into wedges if desired.
pita, fresh tomatillos, jalapeno chili, garlic, turkey breast, red pepper, mozzarella, fresh coriander, olive oil
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/warm-turkey-tomatillo-and-smoked-mozzarella-pita-sandwiches-14066 (may not work)