Smoked Italian Sausage & Fig Balsamic Focaccia Sandwich

Sometimes there is nothing better around the holiday season than a delicious hearty sandwich. This one packs a flavorful kick that will leave you smiling!

Ingredients for your “Smoked Italian Sausage & Fig Balsamic Focaccia Sandwich”:

• 2 cups dried figs, halved (stems removed)
• 3/4 cup Fig Balsamic
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 4 squares focaccia bread
• Asiago cheese sliced
• 1 pound smoked Italian sausage thinly sliced
• Tuscan Herb Olive Oil for brushing

Instructions:

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• Bring figs, 1 cup water, balsamic & sugar to simmer for 20 minutes.
• Let cool. Puree in food processor until smooth.

For Sandwich:

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• Preheat griddle.
• Slice focaccia in half.
• Place thin layer of fig spread on inside of both halves.
• Place slices of cheese on bottom of bread and top with sausage.
• Close sandwich, brush both sides with Tuscan Herb olive oil and griddle until golden brown. (you could also use your panini press!

Great for a Holiday lunch! Enjoy friends & Happy Holidays!

Don’t forget to put your Fig Balsamic and Tuscan Herb Olive Oil into your shopping cart before you go (they are on special this month!)!