Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Golden bread, turkey, cranberry sauce, and gooey cheese unite for a flavorful sandwich perfect for leftovers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Filling

03 - 4 ounces cooked turkey breast, sliced
04 - 4 tablespoons cranberry sauce
05 - 4 slices Swiss or provolone cheese

→ Optional Additions

06 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
07 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
08 - Handful of baby spinach or arugula (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Arrange bread slices on a cutting board. Evenly coat one side of each slice with softened butter.
02 - Flip two bread slices so the unbuttered side faces up. Place one slice of cheese on each, followed by half the turkey, two tablespoons cranberry sauce, and optional additions as desired. Add a second slice of cheese over the filling.
03 - Cover with remaining bread slices, ensuring the buttered side is facing outward for crisping.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot.
05 - Transfer sandwiches to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from the skillet. Allow to rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses leftover turkey and cranberry sauce so nothing goes to waste
  • Ready to eat in under twenty minutes
  • Ultimate comfort food with balanced sweet and savory flavors
  • Easily customizable with your favorite cheese or extra add-ins
  • Perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner for two
02 -
  • High in protein from turkey and cheese
  • Excellent way to repurpose leftovers
  • Can be made vegetarian with roasted tofu
  • Makes for a crowd-pleasing lunch or casual dinner
03 -
  • Spread butter fully to the edge to prevent dry spots on the bread
  • Press the sandwich gently as it grills for maximum even browning
  • Always rest the sandwich before slicing so gooey cheese does not spill out

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