Pesto Cranberry Turkey Melt (Printable)

Juicy turkey, cranberry, pesto, and melted cheese melded in buttery sourdough for a hearty, flavorful lunch.

# Components:

→ Bread & Spreads

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

→ Filling

05 - 5 oz cooked turkey breast, thinly sliced
06 - 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese

# Directions:

01 - Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. Flip the slices and spread pesto on two slices and cranberry sauce on the other two slices on the unbuttered sides.
02 - On the pesto-spread slices, layer cheese, turkey, and another slice of cheese. Top with the cranberry-spread bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
03 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
04 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
05 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let cool slightly, slice in half, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Gourmet flavor combination of turkey cranberry and pesto
  • 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 gooey texture
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