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Cranberry Turkey Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Enjoy a cozy and delicious Cranberry Turkey Grilled Cheese Sandwich, perfect for busy weekdays or relaxing weekends. A delightful mix of turkey, cheese, and cranberry sauce wrapped in crispy bread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices slices of your favorite bread Sourdough or whole grain works well.
  • 3 oz sliced turkey Don't skimp; it's the star of the sandwich!
  • 2 slices cheese Cheddar or gouda preferred.
  • 1/4 cup cranberry sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • to taste tablespoons butter For spreading on bread.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spread a generous layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. On the non-buttered side of one slice, layer turkey, cheese, and cranberry sauce. Top with the second slice of bread, butter side up.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the assembled sandwich in the pan.
  2. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese is melted, then flip and cook the other side.
  3. Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is gooey, slice in half and serve warm.

Notes

If using pre-sliced turkey, this becomes a quick 10-minute meal. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as Gruyère, for added sophistication. For homemade cranberry sauce, combine fresh cranberries with sugar and orange juice.