Budget Christmas Brioche Sandwich (Printable)

Festive, affordable sandwich layering turkey, cranberry, stuffing, and cheddar on soft brioche bread.

# What you'll need:

→ 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 - 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 enhanced flavor.
02 - Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each brioche slice.
03 - On four slices, layer sliced turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, cheddar cheese if using, and spinach or lettuce leaves.
04 - Place thinly sliced red onion over the fillings.
05 - Cover with remaining brioche slices, mayonnaise side down.
06 - Lightly spread softened unsalted butter on the outside of each sandwich.
07 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grill each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side until bread is golden and filling warmed.
08 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and affordable
  • Quick and delicious
02 -
  • Substitute turkey with roast chicken or ham for variety
  • Use any leftover Christmas vegetables as extra filling
03 -
  • Use fresh cranberry sauce for best flavor
  • Lightly butter both sides of the sandwich for a perfect golden crust
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