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Turkey Panini

Savory Turkey Panini with Apple Butter – A Flavor Game Changer

An easy Turkey Panini recipe combining savory turkey and sweet apple butter, perfect for transforming holiday leftovers into a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Hearty Bread Durable type to hold fillings
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Softened
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Butter
  • 4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Apple Thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces Deli Turkey Sliced or leftover
  • 4 leaves Fresh Sage Optional; adds aromatic depth
Optional Additions
  • 2 tablespoons Cranberry Sauce Optional, for a festive twist
  • 1 cup Sliced Veggies Consider bell peppers or spinach
  • 2 slices Different Cheeses Provolone or Swiss to change flavor

Equipment

  • Panini Maker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your panini maker to medium-high heat, about 5 minutes.
  2. Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Place one slice of bread butter-side down, spread a layer of apple butter, add layers of cheese, apple slices, and turkey, finishing with fresh sage.
  4. Layer more apple and cheese, then top with the second slice of bread, apple butter-side down.
  5. Close the panini maker and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Remove from the maker, cool for a minute, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and consume within 2 months. Avoid freezing with fresh apple slices to maintain texture.

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