Leftover Turkey Sandwich
Leftover turkey sandwich is an easy way to turn holiday leftovers into a new meal. Layer turkey, provolone cheese and green leaf lettuce on your favorite bread, then top with cranberry jalapeño spread for a savory, sweet and spicy combination.
Ingredients
For sandwich
- 1 pound leftover turkey sliced
- 4-8 slices provolone cheese
- green leaf lettuce torn
- 8-16 slices hearty bread of choice
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional cranberry jalapeño spread
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ¼ cup cranberry sauce homemade or store-bought
- ½ jalapeño seeded
- ½ green onion white and light green parts
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Making the sandwiches
- This recipe makes 4 large or 8 regular sandwiches.
- Arrange the bottom slices of bread on a cutting board or baking sheet. Layer the turkey on top and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add 1 to 2 slices of cheese, followed by the green leaf lettuce.
- Spread the cranberry jalapeño spread (or your preferred spread) on the remaining bread slices. Place on top of the sandwiches. Enjoy!
Making the optional jalapeño cranberry spread
- Finely chop the jalapeño and green onion. Set aside.
- Add the cream cheese to a small food processor and process for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed, until light and fluffy.
- Add the cranberry sauce, jalapeño, green onion and salt. Process until well combined.
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