Description
The Cheddar and Bacon Turkey Melt Sandwich is a delicious and satisfying comfort food featuring crispy bacon, rich melted sharp cheddar, and tender turkey layered between buttery toasted bread. Easy to prepare and customizable, this sandwich offers a perfect balance of savory, cheesy, and smoky flavors ideal for lunch, dinner, or using up leftover turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- Thinly sliced cooked turkey breast (4-6 oz)
- 4 strips crispy bacon
- 2–3 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 slices sturdy sandwich bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or rye)
- Butter for spreading (2 tbsp)
Optional Extras
- Mustard or mayonnaise (to taste)
- Leafy greens (lettuce or spinach, a few leaves)
- Sliced avocado
- Jalapeños or chipotle mayo (for spicy kick)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cook bacon until crispy and drain on paper towels to remove excess grease. Slice cheddar cheese if not pre-sliced, and have your turkey slices ready. Preheat a skillet or griddle on medium heat.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer the turkey, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese. Add any optional extras like mustard, mayonnaise, leafy greens, or avocado. Top with the second piece of bread, buttered side facing out.
- Grill the Sandwich: Place the sandwich on the heated skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is toasted evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the sandwich from the pan, slice it diagonally for a classic presentation, and serve while hot, enjoying the melty cheddar with layers of crispy bacon and juicy turkey.
Notes
- Use fresh bacon cooked just before assembling to keep it crispy and avoid sogginess.
- Sharp cheddar melts well; mixing in mozzarella adds extra stretchiness.
- Butter the bread evenly to ensure a golden crust without burning.
- Cook on medium heat to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- Press gently with a spatula or sandwich press to compact layers for even melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg