Budget Christmas Sandwich Brioche (Printable)

Festive sandwich with turkey, cranberry, stuffing, and cheddar on soft brioche. Easy and quick holiday favorite.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices brioche bread

→ Fillings

02 - 7 oz cooked turkey breast, sliced
03 - 4 tablespoons cranberry sauce
04 - 3.5 oz cooked stuffing
05 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
06 - 4 slices mild cheddar cheese (optional)

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 small handful baby spinach or lettuce leaves
08 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Butter

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Method:

01 - Lightly toast the brioche slices until golden, if desired for enhanced flavor.
02 - Apply mayonnaise evenly on one side of each brioche slice.
03 - On four brioche slices, layer turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, cheddar cheese if using, and spinach or lettuce leaves.
04 - Top each prepared slice with thinly sliced red onion.
05 - Cover with the remaining brioche slices, mayonnaise side facing the fillings.
06 - Lightly spread softened butter on the outside surfaces of each sandwich.
07 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently until bread is golden and fillings are warmed.
08 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive holiday flavors
  • Quick and easy to make
02 -
  • Substitute turkey with roast chicken or ham for variety
  • Use any leftover Christmas vegetables as extra filling
03 -
  • Optionally toast brioche for extra flavor
  • Press sandwiches gently while grilling to ensure filling heats evenly
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