Shelly's Recipe

PESTO BEEF SANDWICH-IN-THE-ROUND

Category: Sandwiches

1 1/4 lb thinly sliced deli roast beef
1 round crusty French or Italian bread loaf (12-inch diameter)
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
3 tbsp prepared pesto sauce
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 jar (7 oz) roasted red peppers, drained well
3 cups mixed baby lettuces and spring greens
1/2 cup crumbled mild feta or goat cheese
Pepper

Cut bread loaf horizontally in half; remove center of bread, leaving 1-inch thick shell.

In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, pesto sauce and lemon juice; spread mixture on cut surfaces of both halves. Layer roast beef, roasted peppers, salad greens and cheese on bottom half. Season with pepper, if desired; close with top bread loaf half. Cut into 6 wedges. Serve immediately. Serves 6

Tip: A good French or Italian bread, crusty outside but soft inside, works best. If not available, sandwich may be made with two 6- to 8-inch round loaves or one long Italian bread loaf.