Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe BistroTurkey Melt Recipe

Turkey Melt Recipe

Inspired by The Bistro
Time40m
Serves2

texas toast, turkey, american cheese, bacon, avocado, tomato onion jam, parmesan fries

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Turkey Melt Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Toast

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of Texas toast.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Melt

    On the unbuttered side, layer 2 oz of turkey, 1 slice of American cheese, and 1 slice of bacon. Spread 2 tablespoons of tomato onion jam on top. Top with another slice of American cheese and a second slice of Texas toast (buttered side facing out). Repeat for the second sandwich.

  3. 3

    Cook the Melt

    Place the sandwiches on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Avocado

    While the sandwiches are cooking, slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash lightly with a fork, adding salt to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Once the sandwiches are done, remove from heat. Spread the mashed avocado on top of the sandwiches before cutting in half to serve.

Parmesan Fries Preparation

  1. 6

    Cook the Fries

    Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the frozen French fries package. Spread the fries on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.

  2. 7

    Bake the Fries

    Bake the fries in the preheated oven according to the package instructions, usually around 20-25 minutes or until crispy.

  3. 8

    Add Parmesan

    In the last 5 minutes of baking, remove the fries from the oven and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven to finish baking.

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