Description
A delicious and hearty Cheddar and Bacon Turkey Melt on sourdough bread, combining layers of turkey breast, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and tangy Dijon mustard mayo, grilled to golden perfection in a buttery skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread & Spread
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter
Fillings
- 4 ounces turkey breast
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 slices cooked bacon
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Spread Mayonnaise: Spread the mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread to create a flavorful, moist base.
- Add Dijon Mustard: Spread the Dijon mustard on top of the mayonnaise on one slice of bread to add tangy heat to the sandwich.
- Layer Cheese: Place the two slices of cheddar cheese atop the mustard-coated bread slice, ensuring they cover the surface evenly.
- Add Bacon: Layer the cooked bacon slices on top of the cheddar cheese for a savory, crispy texture.
- Place Turkey: Evenly distribute the 4 ounces of turkey breast over the bacon layer, seasoning lightly with black pepper for flavor balance.
- Top Sandwich: Cover the turkey with the second slice of sourdough bread, with the mayonnaise side facing inwards to encase the fillings.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwich.
- Melt Butter: Add the butter to the heated pan, allowing it to melt and coat the surface for a crispy, golden crust.
- Cook First Side: Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip Sandwich: Carefully flip the sandwich over and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes on the opposite side.
- Press and Melt: Press down gently with a spatula while cooking to ensure the cheese melts evenly and the sandwich crisps uniformly.
- Remove and Rest: Once both sides are golden and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwich from the pan and let it rest for one minute on a cutting board.
- Slice and Serve: Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately while warm and melty.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey with chicken breast if preferred.
- For a healthier option, use light mayonnaise and reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
- Ensure bacon is cooked to your desired crispiness before assembling.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mayo spread.
- Resting the sandwich before slicing helps keep the cheese from oozing out.
