Perfect for an easy and delicious lunch, these Turkey, Apple, Bacon and Cheddar Sandwiches come together quickly and can be made ahead, too!
Turkey is perfect for sandwiches, so if you find yourself with left-over turkey, this easy and delicious Turkey, Apple, Bacon and Cheddar Sandwich is a perfect use for it. These sandwiches start with nice artisan bread (I used Cranberry and Pumpkin seed bread), topped with turkey, bacon, sliced apple and cheddar. To up the flavour, I've also drizzled them with an easy and delicious creamy honey mustard poppy seed sauce.
These open-faced sandwiches make a great lunch and can be made ahead and refrigerated, so they can travel to work with you or simply be enjoyed at home for a quick lunch. Simply pop in the microwave (or oven) for a few minutes to light warm and enjoy!
Cook's Notes
You can use any bread you like for the base, but I find an oval, artisan loaf works best. I've used a Cranberry Pumpkin Seed loaf here, which was so nice with the toppings.
Be sure to toast both sides of your bread well, so your sandwich is sturdy enough to be picked up to eat, if you like.
I have used a whole slice of bacon here, but you certainly don't need a whole slice. Half a slice per sandwich or even crumbled bacon would work just fine here.
A nice aged white cheddar is perfect for these. The nice thing about aged cheddar is that you need less of it, as it has more flavour!
These sandwiches are nice and sturdy once cooked, so they travel well. Take one for lunch and simply pop in the microwave for a few seconds to lightly warm and enjoy!
I found these sandwiches also keep well in the refrigerator. Wrap them up and enjoy them from the fridge (and rewarmed in the microwave) for a couple of days.
Turkey, Apple, Bacon and Cheddar Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 5 slices artisan bread, oval works best (I used Cranberry Pumpkin Seed)
- 200 g Lilydale® Oven Roasted Carved Turkey Breast
- 3-5 slices cooked bacon slices
- 1 cup apples slices, from one large apple
- 1 1/4 cup shredded aged white cheddar
Sauce:
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Cook your bacon until crisp (or start with ready-cooked bacon slices). Use 1/2 - 1 slice of bacon per sandwich.
- Preheat your oven broiler, with the rack 6-8 inches from the heat source.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl and whisking together with a fork until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Place your bread slices on a baking sheet. Place under hot broiler and toast until golden. Flip bread slices over and toast the other side as well. Remove from oven, leaving broiler on.
- Top toasted bread slices with Lilydale® Oven Roasted Carved Turkey Slices. Top with a half or full slice of cooked bacon. Scatter some apple slices over-top. Drizzle about a tablespoon of the sauce over the sandwich, then top each with about 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar.
- Place under broiler just until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.
Hi! I'm Jennifer, a home-cook of many years and a lifelong seeker of delicious food! I'm an equal opportunity eater. I enjoy eating all the foods!
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Who could imagine such a pretty sandwich? You, of course! This sounds and looks heavenly!
Jennifer says
Thanks so much, Annie :)
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Such a great combination of ingredients Jennifer! The turkey sounds awesome!
Jennifer says
Thanks Mary Ann!
sheenam | thetwincookingproject.net says
These Sandwiches look amazing!!!
Jennifer says
Thanks so much :)
Shelly says
Will definitely try these! Curious about the greens on top?
Jennifer says
Thanks Shelly. The greens are pea shoots, just added for a little colour (it seemed really "brown" without, and a few greens never hurts :)
Milena says
Love this sandwich and would totally buy their turkey:) You never know when we might move to Canada!
Jennifer says
Thanks Milena :)
Tricia says
I don't think there is a more lovely sandwich than this! The turkey sounds great and so convenient. The perfect combination of flavors and so satisfying! Pinned!
Jennifer says
Thanks so much, Tricia :)
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
I can always go for a good sandwich and this looks like something I would devour in a minute flat! Love the combo of ingredients, especially turkey (my fave). Happy Friday, Jennifer :)
Jennifer says
Thanks so much, Dawn :)
sue | the view from great island says
These look so lovely ~ hearty and satisfying but also delicate and pretty, what a feat! I need to plan a party so I can serve these :)
Jennifer says
Thanks so much, Sue :)
Chris Scheuer says
You make the best (and prettiest) sandwiches, Jennifer. That turkey sounds wonderful and what a delicious combination, yum!!!
Jennifer says
Thanks so much, Chris! Loved these sandwiches and so nice to enjoy a turkey sandwich other than right after Thanksgiving :)