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Hot Dog Bun Sub

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
# Servings: 1-2
PANS/EQUIPMENT: Oven or toaster oven, oven tray
PREHEAT: oven, 350degree Fahrenheit

1 strip turkey bacon uncured, Applegate Farms or Shelton's
Place in toaster oven. Cook until lightly crisp.

1 sprouted wheat hot dog bun, Alvarado Street Bakery
2 teaspoon mayo spread (Vegenaise is a good choice)
Slice bun in half. Smooth spread over each open half.

2 roasted turkey slices (additive-free), Applegate Farms
1 slice swiss cheese (additive-free), Applegate Farms
Place turkey slice, swiss cheese, turkey slice and turkey bacon on top of each other.

Romaine lettuce leaves
Wash lettuce, if needed, and pat dry. Tear to fit bun. Place on top of turkey. Put top of bun on. If necessary, secure with tooth picks or cupcake picks. Serve.

OPTIONS: Add tomato slices if serving immediately.  Try chicken or beef instead of turkey (additive-free) or different cheeses – see our KKA Grocery list for deli items that are healthier and Kid Kritics Approved!

4+ God-made Food Colors: tan, brown, white, green, + red option
5+ Food Groups: whole grains, poultry, EFAs, dairy, vegetables + fruit (tomato) and beef option

GROCERY LIST:

  • Turkey bacon (uncured), Applegate Farms or Shelton’s
  • Sprouted wheat hot dog bun, Alvarado Street Bakery ?
  • Mayo spread (Vegenaise is a good choice)
  • Roasted turkey breast slices (additive-free), Applegate Farms (or other KKA deli meat)?
  • Swiss cheese slices, Applegate Farms (or other KKA cheese)
  • Romaine lettuce leaves
  • Tomato

This is not just any sub because of the choice of bread. Staying away from bland white Italian breads for subs and choosing this high fiber nutrient-packed Sprouted Alvarado Street Bakery hot dog bun makes a huge healthy difference. And, it is smaller than most sub breads making it easier for kids to eat. You can fill it with any combination of meats, cheese and vegetables to customize it to what's in your refrigerator and your kids' tastes. Yes, the Kid Kritics thought this hot dog bun was "awesome.' Serve it to your kids!!