Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMerritt CanteenTurkey & Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Turkey & Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Merritt Canteen
Time10m
Serves1

Thinly sliced turkey paired with melted cheese.

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Ingredients

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Bread

Turkey & Cheese

Condiments

Vegetables (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients: whole wheat bread, deli turkey breast, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, lettuce, and tomato.

  2. 2

    Spread Condiments

    Take one slice of bread and spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise evenly on one side. Repeat the same with mustard on the other slice of bread.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 3

    Layer Turkey

    On the slice of bread with mayonnaise, layer 4 slices of deli turkey breast evenly.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

    Place 2 slices of cheddar cheese on top of the turkey layer.

  3. 5

    Add Vegetables

    If using, add a leaf of lettuce and 2 slices of tomato on top of the cheese.

  4. 6

    Complete the Sandwich

    Top with the other slice of bread (the one with mustard) to complete the sandwich.

Grilling (Optional)

  1. 7

    Grill the Sandwich (Optional)

    For a warm sandwich, preheat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Slice the sandwich in half if desired and serve immediately.

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