Irresistible Leftover Turkey Panini Recipe with Brie and Cranberry
A quick and delicious way to repurpose holiday leftovers, this panini combines savory turkey, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, and creamy brie for a gourmet sandwich experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Cooked turkey (shredded or sliced)
- Cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Brie cheese (or camembert as a substitute)
- Sourdough bread (thick slices)
- Butter (for spreading)
- Optional: Fresh baby spinach
- Optional: Chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Slice sourdough bread into thick slices if not pre-sliced. Spread butter on one side of each slice.
- Lay one slice of bread butter-side down. Add a layer of turkey, cranberry sauce, and thin slices of brie. Add optional extras like spinach or walnuts if desired. Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Preheat panini press or skillet over medium heat.
- Place the sandwich in the panini press and cook for 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the brie has melted. If using a skillet, press the sandwich down with another heavy pan, flip after 3-4 minutes, and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- Check for doneness: bread should be crispy and golden brown, brie melted, and turkey warm.
- Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
[‘Butter the outside of the bread for a golden, crispy crust.’, ‘Use room-temperature brie for better melting.’, ‘Avoid overstuffing the panini to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Experiment with different types of bread like ciabatta or focaccia.’, ‘Assemble paninis ahead of time and store in the fridge for convenience.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panini
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Turkey Panini, Brie Sandwich, Cranberry Sauce, Leftover Turkey Recipe, Holiday Leftovers, Quick Lunch, Comfort Food