Turkey Club Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Golden, buttery sourdough filled with roasted turkey, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables. A hearty club sandwich twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 slices cooked turkey breast
02 - 4 slices cooked bacon

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 leaves romaine lettuce, washed and dried
04 - 1 medium tomato, sliced

→ Dairy

05 - 4 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

07 - 4 slices sourdough bread

→ Condiments

08 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat a skillet or panini press over medium heat.
02 - Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
03 - On the unbuttered side of two slices, spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
04 - Layer in order on condiment-side bread: cheese, turkey, bacon, tomato slices, lettuce, and another slice of cheese. Top with remaining bread, buttered side facing outward.
05 - Place sandwiches in skillet or press. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or 4 to 5 minutes total in a press, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It takes everything you love about a club sandwich and makes it warm, melty, and infinitely more comforting.
  • You can throw it together with whatever turkey, cheese, and bread you already have without a trip to the store.
  • The crispy, buttery exterior gives way to layers of flavor that taste like you put in way more effort than you did.
  • Its filling enough to keep you satisfied without feeling heavy or overly complicated.
02 -
  • Dont skip softening the butter; cold butter tears the bread and leaves you with uneven browning and frustration.
  • Pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel before adding them or theyll release water and turn your bread soggy.
  • Use medium heat, not high, or the outside will burn before the cheese has a chance to melt.
03 -
  • Press down gently with a spatula while cooking to help the layers stick together and the cheese melt faster.
  • If your tomatoes are extra juicy, salt them lightly and let them sit on a paper towel for a few minutes before adding them to the sandwich.
  • Use day old sourdough if you have it; it holds up even better and has a sturdier structure for grilling.
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