Budget Christmas Brioche Sandwich (Printable)

A festive sandwich with turkey, cranberry, and stuffing between soft brioche slices for a quick holiday treat.

# What you 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 - 1 small handful baby spinach or lettuce leaves
08 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Butter

09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

# How to make it:

01 - Lightly toast the brioche slices until golden for extra flavor.
02 - Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each brioche slice.
03 - On four slices, layer sliced turkey, a spoonful of cranberry sauce, stuffing, optional cheddar cheese, and baby spinach or lettuce leaves.
04 - Top the layers with thinly sliced red onion.
05 - Place the remaining brioche slices on top, mayonnaise side down.
06 - Lightly butter the outside surfaces 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 the bread is golden and the filling is warmed through.
08 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive classic holiday flavors
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Substitute turkey with roast chicken or ham for variety
  • Use any leftover Christmas vegetables as extra filling
03 -
  • Toast brioche lightly for extra texture
  • Press sandwiches gently when grilling to ensure even heating
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