Turkey Melt with Cheddar Recipe

Introduction

The Turkey Melt with Cheddar is a deliciously satisfying sandwich, perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner. Featuring layers of savory turkey, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and melted white cheddar, it’s a wonderful twist on a classic melt.

Ingredients

• 4 slices sourdough (or thick, crusty bread of choice)
• 2 tablespoons honey mustard
• 2 slices white cheddar cheese
• 4 slices deli turkey
• Thin tomato slices (from 1 medium red tomato)
• ½ cup fresh baby spinach
• 4 strips cooked bacon
• 2 tablespoons butter (softened)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the 4 slices of sourdough bread on a flat surface. Spread ½ tablespoon of honey mustard evenly across the top side of each slice.
2. Step 2: Cut the 2 slices of white cheddar cheese in half, creating 4 smaller slices. Place one slice of cheese on each honey mustard-coated bread slice.
3. Step 3: Lay 2 slices of deli turkey on top of cheese on two of the bread slices.
4. Step 4: Add thin tomato slices and ¼ cup of fresh baby spinach on top of the turkey layers.
5. Step 5: Place 2 strips of cooked bacon on each of the remaining cheese-topped bread slices.
6. Step 6: Close each sandwich by placing a bacon-topped bread slice (bacon side down) on top of a turkey-topped slice, creating two sandwiches with layers as follows: bread, honey mustard, cheese, turkey, tomato, spinach, bacon, cheese, honey mustard, bread.
7. Step 7: Spread ½ tablespoon of softened butter on the outside of each side of the sandwiches.
8. Step 8: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and toast the bottom side for 3 to 4 minutes.
9. Step 9: Carefully flip the sandwiches and toast the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are warmed through.
10. Step 10: Remove sandwiches from the skillet and serve warm with your favorite sides.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, try adding a slice of avocado or a few pickles inside the sandwich.
• Swap white cheddar for sharp cheddar or pepper jack to change the flavor profile.
• Use a panini press instead of a skillet for an evenly crisped sandwich.
• If you prefer, substitute turkey with cooked chicken breast or ham.

Storage

Store leftover sandwiches wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat or in an oven at 350°F (175°C) until warm and the cheese is melted. Avoid microwaving to keep the bread from becoming soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?

You can assemble the sandwiches ahead and refrigerate them unbuttered for a few hours, then add butter and toast just before serving for the best texture.

What bread works best for the turkey melt?

Thick, crusty bread like sourdough, country white, or artisan bread holds up well and gives a nice crunch when toasted.

Turkey Melt with Cheddar Recipe

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A deliciously warm and savory Turkey Melt with Cheddar sandwich featuring layers of honey mustard, white cheddar, deli turkey, fresh tomato, baby spinach, and crispy bacon, toasted to perfection in a skillet.

• Author: Mila
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 18 minutes
• Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
• Category: Sandwich
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Bread & Spreads

• 4 slices sourdough or thick, crusty bread
• 2 tablespoons honey mustard
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Cheese & Meat

• 2 slices white cheddar cheese
• 4 slices deli turkey
• 4 strips cooked bacon

Vegetables

• Thin slices from 1 medium red tomato
• ½ cup fresh baby spinach

Instructions

1. Prepare Bread and Spread: Place 4 slices of sourdough bread on a flat surface. Divide 2 tablespoons honey mustard into four ½-tablespoon parts and spread evenly on the top side of each bread slice.
2. Add Cheese: Cut 2 slices of white cheddar cheese in half, creating 4 smaller slices. Place one half-slice of cheese on each honey mustard-spread bread slice.
3. Layer Turkey: Divide 4 slices deli turkey into two slices per sandwich. Place turkey slices on top of cheese-covered bread.
4. Add Vegetables: Divide ½ cup fresh baby spinach into ¼ cup portions per sandwich. Layer thin tomato slices and ¼ cup baby spinach atop the turkey layer.
5. Add Bacon and Cheese: Divide 4 strips cooked bacon into two strips per sandwich. Place bacon on remaining cheese-topped bread slices to form the top sandwich halves.
6. Assemble Sandwich: Close each sandwich by placing the bacon-topped bread halves (bacon side down) on top of turkey-topped halves. Each sandwich should have layers of bread, honey mustard, cheese, turkey, tomato, spinach, bacon, cheese, honey mustard, and bread in that order.
7. Butter the Outside: Divide the softened 2 tablespoons butter into four ½-tablespoon portions. Spread butter evenly on the outside surfaces of each sandwich slice (all four sides) to prepare for toasting.
8. Toast Sandwich: Heat a large skillet over medium heat on the stovetop. Once warm, place the assembled sandwiches flat in the skillet.
9. Toast Bottom Side: Cook the bottom slice of bread for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
10. Flip and Toast Other Side: Carefully flip the sandwiches over and toast the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes, until the cheese melts and sandwich fillings are warmed through.
11. Serve: Remove sandwiches from skillet and transfer to serving plates. Serve warm with your choice of sides.

Notes

• Use thick, crusty bread like sourdough for best texture and to hold fillings well.
• Adjust honey mustard quantity to taste for sweeter or tangier flavor.
• Ensure butter is softened for easy spreading on bread exterior.
• Cook bacon ahead for convenience and crispness.
• To check if cheese is melted, gently press on sandwich after flipping; cheese should feel soft and melty.
• If skillet starts to brown sandwich too quickly, reduce heat to medium-low to avoid burning.

Keywords: Turkey Melt, Cheddar Sandwich, Sourdough Sandwich, Warm Sandwich, Bacon Turkey Melt