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Turkey Melt Hot Sandwich Recipe

Take your ordinary turkey sandwich up a notch with this amazing turkey melt that's perfect for using up leftover holiday turkey or deli meat! The combination of savory turkey, melted Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut on toasted rye makes this feel like a deli special right in your own kitchen. Trust me, once you try this hot version, you'll never go back to cold turkey sandwiches again!
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices rye or whole wheat bread
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 6 ounces sliced turkey breast
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup sauerkraut drained and squeezed dry
  • 2 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing
  • Pinch of black pepper

Method
 

  1. Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of two slices, spread the Thousand Island dressing.
  2. On the dressing-covered slices, layer one slice of Swiss cheese, half the turkey, the sauerkraut, another slice of Swiss, and top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and place both sandwiches in the pan.
  4. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy, pressing down gently with a spatula. Carefully flip and cook another 4-5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat when the cheese is completely melted and bread is toasted. Let rest for 1 minute, slice in half, and enjoy warm!