Turkey Club Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable Version)

Golden buttery sourdough packed with roasted turkey, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, and melted cheese. A hearty classic twist.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ 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, optional
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional

# 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 if using.
04 - Layer in order: cheese, turkey, bacon, tomato slices, lettuce, and another slice of cheese. Top with the remaining bread, buttered side facing out.
05 - Place the sandwiches in the skillet or press. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side in a skillet, or 4 to 5 minutes total in a press, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes everything you love about a club sandwich and makes it warm, melty, and impossible to resist.
  • You can throw it together with pantry staples and deli counter basics in under twenty minutes.
  • The crispy, buttery sourdough holds up beautifully to all the juicy fillings without falling apart.
  • It feels indulgent but comes together so simply that you'll make it on repeat.
02 -
  • Always dry your lettuce and tomato thoroughly, any water left on them will steam the bread and ruin the crispness.
  • Don't cook over high heat or the outside will burn before the cheese melts, medium heat is your friend here.
  • Let the sandwich rest for a full minute before cutting, it keeps the fillings from sliding out and makes slicing cleaner.
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it distributes heat evenly and gives the best crust.
  • Press down gently with your spatula while cooking to help the cheese melt faster and bind everything together.
  • If you want extra crunch, toast the bacon until it's almost crispy before adding it to the sandwich.
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