Pin it A gourmet twist on the classic grilled cheese: juicy turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and aromatic pesto melded with melted cheese between golden buttery bread Perfect for using holiday leftovers or creating a hearty flavorful lunch
I first served this sandwich during the holidays and it quickly became a family favorite the perfect way to use leftovers in a creative way
Ingredients
- Bread & Spreads: 4 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened 2 tbsp basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 2 tbsp cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- Filling: 150 g (5 oz) cooked turkey breast thinly sliced 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Lay out the bread slices Spread butter on one side of each slice Flip the slices and spread pesto on two slices and cranberry sauce on the other two slices (unbuttered sides)
- Step 2:
- On the pesto-spread slices layer cheese turkey and then another slice of cheese Top with the cranberry-spread bread slices buttered side facing outward
- Step 3:
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat
- Step 4:
- Place sandwiches in the skillet Cook for 3&4 minutes per side pressing gently until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted
- Step 5:
- Remove let cool slightly slice in half and serve warm
Pin it This sandwich always brings back warm family memories from holiday dinners and has become a go-to lunch option
Required Tools
Large skillet or griddle Spatula Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread) Milk (cheese butter) Tree nuts (possible in pesto) Pesto may contain nuts and cheese check labels if allergies are a concern
Nutritional Information
Calories 480 Total Fat 24 g Carbohydrates 37 g Protein 28 g per serving
Pin it This recipe comes together quickly making it ideal for busy weekdays or a comforting weekend treat