Pesto Cranberry Turkey Melt (Printable Version)

Juicy turkey, tangy cranberry, and aromatic pesto combine with melted cheese on buttery sourdough.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
04 - 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)

→ Filling

05 - 150 grams cooked turkey breast, thinly sliced
06 - 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese

# How To Make It:

01 - Spread butter on one side of each sourdough slice. Flip and evenly spread pesto on two slices and cranberry sauce on the other two slices on the unbuttered sides.
02 - On the pesto-spread slices, layer one slice of cheese, turkey slices, then another slice of cheese. Top with cranberry-spread slices, ensuring buttered sides face outward.
03 - Warm a large skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot.
04 - Place assembled sandwiches onto the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula until bread is golden and cheese melts.
05 - Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, slice sandwiches in half, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines savory turkey with tangy cranberry for unique flavor
  • Quick and easy to prepare in under 20 minutes
02 -
  • Swap turkey for chicken or rotisserie chicken if desired
  • Try using Swiss cheddar or gouda cheese for different flavors
03 -
  • Press sandwiches gently while cooking to ensure even melting
  • Use a mix of cheeses for extra richness
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