Bistro Turkey Sandwiches

1 small read onion, thinly sliced

4 teaspoons brown sugar, divided

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider or unsweetened apple juice

6 wheat sandwich buns, split

6 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves

1 medium pear, sliced

1 pound turkey breast, thinly sliced

1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves

6 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

1. In a small skillet over medium heat, cook onion and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in oil for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in salt and cayenne. 

2. In a small bowl, combine the mustard, apple cider and remaining brown sugar; spread over bun bottoms. Layer with lettuce, pear, turkey, basil and cheese. Top with caramelized onion. Replace tops. 

Ready in 30 minutes. Serves 6.