Looking for a quick & easy party recipe that will wow friends and family? Check out this California Club Sandwich! With layers of sliced turkey, avocado, and marinated olives, it’s the perfect appetizer or main dish for the big game or anytime! Serve with delicious spicy mustard aioli for dipping.

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We all know that a party is all about the food, right? And the food is made better with quality, fresh ingredients. That’s the inspiration behind this California Club Sandwich. When it comes to appetizers and dishes served for the big game, this one wins in flavorful, wholesome ingredients, and quick prep.

INGREDIENTS NEED TO MAKE A TURKEY CLUB SANDWICH:

for sandwiches

• 1 baguette, sliced into ½″ pieces
• 1 lb, sliced deli turkey
• 1 lb, sharp cheddar cheese slices
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 8 oz kalamata olives (marinated overnight in olive oil and oregano or store-bought)

for mustard aioli

• ¼ cup, spicy brown mustard
• ¼ cup, mayo

HOW TO MAKE A TURKEY CLUB SANDWICH:

Alternate the deli meat with slices of avocado, sharp cheddar cheese, and marinated olives. (You can soak the olives in a herbed mixture overnight or buy them already seasoned) And don’t forget the slices of crostini! Looks just like a club sandwich, but ready for a party. Serve with spicy mustard aioli on the side for dipping. Such a simple recipe: equal parts mayo and spicy brown mustard. Stir it up and get dipping!

handy tools to easily make a California club sandwich:

• skewers – metal, sturdy, reusable, decorative
• silicone whisk – stir, whisk and scrape sides all at once

Fresh and flavorful, this California Club Sandwich is sure to be a hit at your next party! 

frequently asked questions

What makes a club sandwich?

A club sandwich is a sandwich of bread (traditionally toasted), sliced cooked poultry, ham or fried bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. It is often cut into quarters or halves and held together by cocktail sticks.

What’s a Cali club?

A California style sandwich usually has turkey, bacon and avocado on it. You can layer it with mayo, cheese, lettuce, and any other toppings you would like. 

How do you layer a sandwich?

According to a caterer, this is the correct order as follows…from the top down.

1. slice of the bread or roll.
2. Condiments like mayo, mustard, pesto, aioli.
3. The cheese.
4. The meat.
5. Onion, pickle and pepperonchinis always will go here next to the meat.
6. Tomato, peppers, cucumbers, artichoke hearts.
7. The lettuce.
8. The bottom slice of bread with the same condiments as used on the top slice.

This is the perfect order of a meat and cheese sandwich where you can see every ingredient and the order also creates the effect you want as it hits the taste buds.

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Yield: 6 sandwiches

California Club Sandwich

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Check out this California Club Sandwich-- with layers of sliced turkey, avocado, and marinated olives, it's the perfect appetizer or main dish for the big game or anytime!

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Ingredients

For Sandwiches

• 1 baguette, sliced into ½" pieces
• 1 lb, sliced deli turkey
• 1 lb, sharp cheddar cheese slices
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 8 oz kalamata olives (marinated overnight in olive oil and oregano or store-bought)

For Mustard Aioli

• ¼ cup, spicy brown mustard
• ¼ cup, mayo

Instructions

1. Skewer slices of baguette, a few slices of deli turkey, sharp cheddar cheese, and a couple avocado slices. Finish off with a couple of kalamata olives.
2. Whisk together spicy brown mustard and mayo to make aioli.
3. Serve skewers immediately with aioli for dipping.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6 sandwiches
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 425

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