Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this delicious Turkey Melt recipe. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner, this grilled sandwich is loaded with savory turkey, crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and melty cheese, all sandwiched between slices of tangy sourdough or hearty rye bread. A simple yet flavorful meal that is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 8 slices of sourdough or rye bread
Sandwich Filling:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 pound sliced deli turkey breast
- 4 slices cooked bacon (optional)
- 4 slices tomato
- 4 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare the Sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice. Layer turkey, bacon, tomato slices, and cheese on four slices of bread. Top with remaining slices to form sandwiches.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Spread butter on the outside of each sandwich. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- You can swap cheddar for provolone or pepper jack for extra flavor.
- Add avocado slices for creamy texture.
- Use a panini press for evenly toasted melt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
