Day After Turkey Melt
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a comforting "Day After Turkey Melt," a golden, crispy sourdough sandwich packed with flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines tender cooked turkey, sharp melted cheddar, tangy cranberry sauce, and a zesty homemade Dijon mayo for the ultimate post-holiday treat. Perfectly grilled in buttery sourdough, each bite strikes a balance between savory and sweet, making it an irresistible way to repurpose your feast. Ready in just 20 minutes, this melt is ideal for lunch, dinner, or a cozy snack. Serve it warm with a side of chips or a crisp green salad for a deliciously satisfying meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked turkey
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
Spread the butter evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Step 4
Lay two slices of bread, butter-side down, on the skillet.
Step 5
Spread a thin layer of the mayonnaise-mustard mixture on the up-facing side of the bread.
Step 6
Layer 1/2 cup cooked turkey on each slice, followed by 2 slices of cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce.
Step 7
Spread a thin layer of the mayonnaise-mustard mixture on the unbuttered side of the remaining bread slices, and place them on top of the sandwiches, butter-side up.
Step 8
Cook the sandwiches for 3-5 minutes on one side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook the other side for an additional 3-5 minutes, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Step 10
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (693.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1780.7 |
| Total Fat 95.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 346.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2428.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 141.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.0g | |
| Protein 87.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 521.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 978.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories