If you’re looking for a unique turkey sandwich idea, check out these baguette sandwiches with warm Brie, fresh peaches, spicy arugula and tangy honey mustard.
Do you remember a few months ago when I ran a half marathon in Napa Valley? I sure do… my knee is still killing me!
Napa is one of our favorite places in California to visit. And not just for the wine. Aside from being absolutely gorgeous—rolling vineyards as far as the eye can see—it’s also a foodie’s paradise.
You’ll eat well no matter where you go in Napa, but one of our favorite things to do is to enjoy the food and scenery at the same time… by picnicking!
Napa has lots of gourmet sandwich shops that really emphasize high quality, local, fresh and tasty ingredients. There’s no such thing as a basic, boring sandwich at these places. It’s great because you can take a really great meal to-go and enjoy it outdoors in the perfect Cali weather.
If you can’t make it up to Napa, how about creating a fun, gourmet sandwich at home?
For my favorite kicked-up turkey sandwich, I start with a freshly baked baguette. French bread is just the best.
Then I spread on a little honey mustard. Make sure it’s a good, spicy one. If you don’t have any honey mustard, you can make your own. Just mix one part spicy mustard (like Dijon) with one part honey.
After you’ve slathered your bread, you can top it with some sliced turkey and a couple slices of Brie cheese. Then warm it all up in the oven or toaster oven until it’s nice and warm and melted.
Once the cheese is warm, remove the sandwiches from the oven and add some slices of juicy, ripe peach. Then top with arugula and sandwich everything together.
How good does that look? There is nothing like Brie and fresh fruit together, and they both complement the turkey really well. The mustard and arugula give the sandwich just a little bit of a bite and even out the sweetness.
This sandwich really reminded me of something I would get at one of the shops in Napa, and it was so easy to make at home. Especially since we have the most amazing summer peaches right now!
Turkey doesn’t have to be boring. With just a little creativity and some yummy, unique ingredients, you can really make lunchtime special!
- 2 (6-inch) pieces fresh baguette bread
- 1 tbsp honey mustard
- 8 slices deli turkey
- 4 slices Brie cheese
- 1 medium peach, sliced
- ¼ cup arugula
- Preheat oven (or toaster oven) to 350 degrees.
- Slice baguette pieces in half and place cut-side up on a baking sheet. Spread honey mustard evenly on 2 of the baguette halves. Layer turkey and Brie on top of the honey mustard.
- Bake baguettes (both bottoms and tops) about 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bread is warm. Remove from oven.
- Top with peaches and arugula. Sandwich both halves together and serve immediately.
What’s your favorite way to make sandwiches feel “gourmet”?
Wouldn’t a free trip to Napa be fabulous! Love this sandwich! The creaminess of the brie and the sweetness of peaches go so well with turkey. 🙂
Thanks, Christin!! Napa is such a fun place to visit!!
I love visiting Napa too! That’s where we got married. I’m so lucky to live only 40 minutes away. Perfect little weekend adventure. This sandwich looks delicious! All my favorite flavors of summer!
Aww yeah, I’m jealous– I wish we were a LITTLE closer. But still, I can’t complain about being within driving distance!! Thanks, Natalie!
Yum! The peaches & arugula are such a great addition to this!!
Thanks!! It was seriously the best combo ever!! 🙂
Now this is my kind of sandwich! I love brie with just about anything, so this sounds amazing! And peaches are such a great addition. Love it, Jess!
Ooh this sandwich would be such a welcome lunchtime meal. I love the flavors, Jess! I’ve never been to Napa but it’s for sure on our list of future vacation spots. It sounds so lovely!
This sounds like heaven!!! A market near me has the BEST peaches right now and they just came out with a sandwich with peaches, basil, arugula and mozzarella. This totally reminds me of it, but the BRIE! I need to try your version. Yum!
Oooooh basil would be an amazing addition!! <3
Napa is the best and I can’t go there enough! I love the sound of this sandwich with the savory-sweet thing going on, and brie cheese makes it over the top delicious!
I love Napa, it’s gorgeous and so fun there! This sandwich looks perfect for lunch! Love the melty brie and fresh peaches in here!
Thanks, Kelly! It was such a great flavor combo!!
Ohmygosh this looks so delicious! Anything with brie is a winner in my book but I’ve never tried peaches on a sandwich, only apples. This definitely makes me want to run out and get some peaches and brie!