Lunch: Italian Club

Recipe by Judy Kim Stack up all the components of an antipasto platter for a sandwich that's molto bene.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Italian Club

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4" thick
sea salt, such as Maldon
8 slices bacon
12 slices 1/2" thick Pullman bread, toasted
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/4 lb. thinly sliced mortadella
2 c. spinach
1/2 lb. thinly sliced provolone
1/2 c. pesto
1/4 lb. thinly sliced ham
4 marinated artichoke hearts, sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 lb. thinly sliced Genoa salami
sweet pickles
Toothpicks

Instructions

Place tomatoes on a paper towel–lined cutting board and sprinkle with sea salt. Set aside.
Preheat large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place bacon in an even layer and cook until crisp, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate.
Place toast on a cutting board and spread with a layer of mayonnaise. Top with alternating layers of mortadella, spinach, bacon, tomatoes, and cheese. Top with toast and spread with a layer of pesto with alternating layers of ham, artichoke hearts, salami, and spinach. Spread the last pieces of toast with mayonnaise and place on top. Garnish with sliced pickles and secure sandwich with toothpicks.

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