Description
Classic turkey, cranberry, brie and pear sandwiches elevate sandwich crafting with gourmet ingredients. Crisp bacon and creamy avocado complement rich flavors, creating a memorable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (113 g) roasted turkey breast, sliced or shredded
- 2 slices cooked bacon
- 1 oz (28 g) brie cheese, sliced
- 2–3 thin slices ripe pear (Bosc or Anjou)
- 2–3 slices ripe avocado
- 1 handful baby spinach or arugula
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) cranberry sauce
- 2 slices hearty bread (whole grain, sourdough, or cranberry-walnut)
- 1 tsp (5 mL) mayonnaise or Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Bacon Preparation: Sizzle bacon in a skillet until golden and crisp, then drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Bread Foundation: Choose a robust bread that can support multiple layers without compromising structural integrity.
- Spread Creation: Apply a thin layer of mayo or zesty mustard on one bread slice for enhanced moisture and flavor profile.
- Layering Base: Create a fresh green foundation using baby spinach or peppery arugula leaves for a crisp, vibrant start.
- Protein Placement: Arrange delicate turkey slices evenly across the greens, ensuring complete coverage with slight overlap.
- Sauce Application: Distribute tangy cranberry sauce uniformly to guarantee consistent flavor in every bite.
- Fruit and Cheese Arrangement: Carefully layer thin pear slices, then top with creamy brie, allowing for an artistic presentation that maximizes flavor interaction.
- Texture Enhancement: Gently fan out smooth avocado slices, removing any imperfections, and position them to completely cover the cheese layer.
- Crispy Accent: Sprinkle or crumble bacon pieces across the avocado for a satisfying salty crunch.
- Final Assembly: Press sandwich halves together gently, allowing ingredients to slightly meld, then slice diagonally and serve immediately or lightly toast for a warm, melted experience.
Notes
- Bacon Crispness Control: Cook bacon on medium heat to achieve perfect golden crunchiness without burning, ensuring even browning and optimal texture.
- Bread Selection Strategy: Choose artisan or sourdough bread with dense structure to prevent sogginess and maintain sandwich integrity when loaded with moist ingredients.
- Avocado Freshness Hack: Slice avocado just before assembling to prevent browning, and sprinkle with lemon juice to maintain vibrant green color and prevent oxidation.
- Temperature Balance Technique: Let brie sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before slicing to enhance spreadability and maximize melting potential when layered in warm sandwich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg