Leftover Turkey Cranberry and Brie Panini
Elevate your holiday leftovers with this Leftover Turkey Cranberry and Brie Panini. With crispy sourdough bread enveloping tender turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and creamy brie cheese, each bite is a flavor-packed delight. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, this panini transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience that will impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 3 oz leftover turkey, shredded or sliced
- 2 tbsp cranberry sauce
- 2 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press or skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Layer one slice with turkey, cranberry sauce, and brie; top with the other slice (buttered side up).
- Place the sandwich in the heated press or skillet; if using a skillet, press down with another heavy object.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap brie for gouda or cheddar for varied flavors. Add fresh spinach or sliced apples for extra crunch and nutrition. Store leftovers wrapped in foil in an airtight container; reheat in a skillet or air fryer for optimal crispiness.