Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of a Turkey Panini, perfect for transforming leftover turkey into a gourmet sandwich. This recipe layers savory turkey with sharp cheddar cheese, sweet apple butter, and crisp apple slices, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Ideal for lunch or a quick dinner, this panini is not only easy to make but also appeals to all ages. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up this delicious meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices hearty bread
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ¼ cup apple butter
- 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese (thinly sliced)
- 1 apple (thinly sliced)
- ½ pound sliced deli turkey or turkey leftovers
- 8 leaves fresh sage
Instructions
- Preheat your panini maker according to the manufacturer's directions.
- Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread apple butter. Layer with cheddar cheese, apple slices, turkey, and sage leaves.
- Top with additional apple slices and cheese, then close with another slice of bread (buttered side out).
- Grill the sandwich in the panini maker for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg