Budget Christmas Sandwich Brioche (Print View)

A festive sandwich with turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and soft brioche for a delicious holiday bite.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices brioche bread

→ Fillings

02 - 7 oz cooked turkey breast, sliced
03 - 4 tbsp cranberry sauce
04 - 3.5 oz cooked stuffing
05 - 4 tbsp 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 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

# Method:

01 - Lightly toast brioche slices until golden for added flavor.
02 - Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each brioche slice.
03 - On four slices, layer turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, optional cheddar cheese, and baby spinach or lettuce leaves.
04 - Top the fillings with thinly sliced red onion.
05 - Place remaining brioche slices on top, mayonnaise side down.
06 - Lightly spread softened butter on the outsides of each sandwich.
07 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grill each sandwich for 2 to 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 and affordable
  • Quick and delicious Christmas treat
02 -
  • Substitute turkey with roast chicken or ham for variety
  • Use any leftover Christmas vegetables as extra filling
03 -
  • Toast brioche slices for extra flavor and texture
  • Press sandwiches gently while grilling for even heat distribution
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