Description

Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines gooey cheddar cheese, tender turkey, and tart cranberry sauce all nestled between crispy sourdough bread. Perfect for using up Thanksgiving leftovers or indulging on a cozy afternoon, this sandwich offers the ideal balance of flavors and textures. With each bite, you’ll experience melty goodness that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this dish will become a family favorite in no time!

Ingredients

Scale

2 slices sourdough bread
4 oz cooked turkey breast, sliced
2 tbsp cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by slicing the bread if needed.
Spread cranberry sauce on one slice of bread. Layer turkey and top with cheddar cheese; finish with the second slice of bread.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and generously butter both sides of the sandwich.
Cook the sandwich until golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes; then flip carefully to avoid spilling.
Continue cooking until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted, approximately another 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately with extra cranberry sauce for dipping.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich (160g)
Calories: 440
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 760mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Feel free to use leftover turkey for added flavor. Swap cheddar for gouda or mozzarella for different taste experiences. To keep bread from getting soggy, make sure your skillet is hot enough before grilling.