If a recipe has the title “The Ultimate” in it you just know its going to be amazing!

Sunny, 26 degrees and only one word comes to mind … BBQ. And this roast Turkey sandwich is exactly what you need in your life right now

Luckily I am blessed with being able to have a 12 month BBQ season. I don’t know if it’s the fact that when you are outside working with open fire or the fact that when you do BBQ the amount of flavour that gets imparted on food is undeniable. If you get a steak that comes to your table that has perfectly seared grill marks it almost instantly tastes better. Same with this Turkey Roulade. Yes you can make it in the oven, perfect for those cold winter months, but its the Summer and any excuse to be outside is a good excuse.

A few weeks ago I got back to Vancouver for my annual monthly visit and although I am finding it just a tad cold. (when I am not in the Sun and also early in the morning) But last week in Harrison Hot Springs the long weekend was in full effect and the beaches were packed with families barbecuing and swimming in the lake. Sorry, but I stuck to the Hot Spring Pools. While swimming my girlfriend and I both got in the “cold” pool at the hotel and looked at each other like “Ohh, is it cold or are we being babies?” So I am pretty sure the lake was not for us.

Yes, I am well aware we are in fact “babies!”

I have to say that another reason that BBQ is so appealing is how it can bring people together. Sure, lets go lay on the beach for the day sounds so nice but add BBQ in there and you are sure to attract more friends and family. Especially if you are the one cooking. And lets face it, I am usually the one who is. Not complaining either I love it.

Also, who can deny that Barbecuing doesn’t elevate some of the simplest ingredients:

1. Chicken
2. Ribs
3. Brisket
4. Corn
5. Burgers
6. Sausage

But one thing, for me at least, seems to go un-noticed 364 days of the year is Turkey. Why is it that most people only decide to cook turkey a once or twice a year on Holidays. Just like any other protein, you can buy parts of it. It is not like you have to go out and but a whole 25 pound turkey, spend 6 hours cooking it in the oven then live off the leftovers for the next week. Although, that does sound delicious. There is a reason we eat it on our most cherished / favourite / most popular holiday.

So, we all know we love it but why … WHY … cook it once a year.

For the love of all things delicious step away from the chicken and pick up the turkey!!!!

And, if you are one of those people who doesn’t seem to cook turkey more than once a year, this is a great recipe to kick start you getting into the turkey game. I mean bread, turkey, cranberry sauce, kinda like thanksgiving don’t you think? So there really isn’t much not to love.

Now I know a lot of recipes can have ingredients changed here and there but there are two things about this sandwich that you can absolutely not substitute

1. The bread: Must Be Thick, Amazing quality bread (If you substitute plain white bread it will be your loss, not mine)
2. Cranberry Sauce: For Obvious Reasons

And why we are on the subject of making some good points, here are some reasons why you will find this recipe irresistible

1. Juicy
2. Moist
3. Healthy
4. Thanksgiving In A Bite
5. Flavourful
6. Ultimate!

Again, need I remind you it is The Ultimate Turkey Sandwich

So step outside, crank up the Barbecue and get to grilling because its Sunny outside and lets face it, Summer doesn’t last forever ….

Enjoy!