Turkey, Brie & Cranberry Ciabatta Melt
Turkey, Brie & Cranberry Ciabatta Melt is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory turkey and creamy brie with the sweet-tart notes of cranberry sauce. This warm, toasted sandwich is a symphony of flavors, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or indulgent dinners. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, this melt will have your family and friends raving about every cheesy bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices fresh ciabatta bread
- 4 oz sliced turkey breast
- 3 oz creamy brie cheese
- 2 tbsp cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tbsp softened butter
- Fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of ciabatta.
- Layer turkey on the unbuttered side of one slice, followed by brie and cranberry sauce. Add spinach if desired.
- Close the sandwich with the other slice, buttered side up.
- Grill in the skillet for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes until cheese melts.
- Let rest for a minute before slicing in half and serve warm with extra cranberry sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding apple or pear slices to enhance sweetness. Experiment with different cheeses like sharp cheddar or goat cheese for variety. This melt can also be made ahead; just grill before serving.