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A fully grilled Turkey and Pepper Jack sandwich, sliced in half on a wooden cutting board over the white marble cooktop. The melted cheese stretches between the layers, while the crispy golden bread glistens from the buttery grilling.

Cheesy Turkey Melt Sandwich Recipe

This Cheesy Turkey Melt Sandwich is crispy on the outside, gooey inside, and packed with smoky turkey, melty pepper jack, and a tangy salsa mayo twist. A quick, flavorful comfort food fix!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 515
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 green onions chopped
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • ½ pound deli-sliced turkey
  • 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Spoon (for spreading)
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salsa until well combined.
    A small glass bowl on a white marble cooktop, with mayonnaise and salsa being mixed together using a spoon. The creamy mixture has a smooth texture and a light pink hue, ready to be spread on the sandwich bread.
  2. Spread the salsa mayo evenly on one side of each bread slice.
    Eight slices of sourdough bread neatly arranged on a wooden cutting board, placed on a white marble cooktop. A butter knife is seen spreading the creamy salsa mayo evenly across each slice, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
  3. Layer turkey, green onions, and pepper jack cheese onto half of the bread slices.
    Half of the sourdough bread slices on a white marble cooktop, topped with thinly sliced deli turkey. Freshly chopped green onions are sprinkled on top, adding a pop of color and a hint of sharp, savory flavor.
  4. Top with the remaining slices of bread, mayo-side down.
    The same bread slices now layered with thick slices of pepper jack cheese, with flecks of jalapeño visible in the creamy cheese. The sandwich fillings are coming together, promising a deliciously melty texture.
  5. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.
    A black skillet on a white marble cooktop, with butter melting and bubbling slightly. The golden butter coats the surface, creating the perfect base for grilling the sandwiches to crispy perfection.
  6. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
    The assembled sandwiches sizzling in a black skillet on a white marble cooktop. The bread is turning golden brown, and a spatula is gently pressing down on top to ensure even toasting and a perfectly crisp crust.
  7. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even toasting and melty cheese.
  8. Remove from heat, slice, and serve hot with your favorite side!