GIANT FOCACCIA SANDWICH

Giant Focaccia Sandwich image

A flavorful Italian flat bread made with oats and molasses turns this sandwich into something special. I tuck ham, cheese and veggies inside, but you can substitute your favorite sandwich fillings. -Marina Gelling, Rowlett, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
2-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup molasses
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon garlic salt
SANDWICH FILLING:
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
6 to 8 lettuce leaves
12 to 16 thin slices fully cooked ham
6 to 8 thin slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
4 slices red onion, separated into rings
1 medium green pepper, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, yeast and salt. In a saucepan, heat the water, molasses and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Place in a greased bowl; turn once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Press dough onto a greased 14-in. pizza pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Brush with egg. Sprinkle with the onion, sesame seeds and garlic salt. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. , Split the focaccia in half horizontally; spread mayonnaise and mustard on cut sides. On bottom half, layer the lettuce, ham, cheese, onion, green pepper and tomatoes. Replace bread half. Chill until serving. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 898mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.