Baked Southwest Sandwiches

1 can (4 ¼ oz.) chopped ripe olives, drained
½ tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. ground cumin
¼ tsp. salt
½ cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped green onions
8 slices Italian bread
¾ to 1 lb. thinly sliced cooked turkey
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 ripe avocados, sliced
¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¾ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

In a bowl, combine olives, chili powder, cumin and salt; set aside 2 tablespoons. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream and onions to the remaining olive mixture. Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise mixture on each slice. Top with turkey and tomatoes. Spread with another tablespoon of mayonnaise mixture; top with avocados and cheeses. Sprinkle with reserved olive mixture. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes or until heated through.

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