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Leftover Turkey Panini (Thanksgiving Panini)
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Instructions
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Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Spread mayo on the other side.
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Place once slice of bread, butter side down, onto a panini press or hot skillet.
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Top with slices of leftover turkey.
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Spread a spoonfull (or two) of cranberry sauce on top of the turkey.
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Place a layer of stuffing on top of the cranberry sauce.
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Top with cheese.
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Place remaining slice of bread, mayo side down, on top.
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Grill until toasted on both sides.
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Use a sandwich press (or a plate and sauce pan) to press down on the sandwich while it’s cooking.
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While the sandwich is cooking, reheat the gravy.
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Slice the sandwich in half and serve. Use the gravy as a dip.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Butter Your Bread Strategically 🧈Apply butter only to the outside surfaces of your bread, not between the layers, to achieve a golden, crispy exterior while keeping the interior from becoming greasy.
- Warm Your Fillings First 🔥Gently reheat the turkey, stuffing, and gravy separately before assembling to ensure even warmth throughout the panini and prevent cold spots in the center.
- Layer for Structural Integrity 🏗️Spread cranberry sauce and mayo on opposite bread slices first to create a moisture barrier that prevents gravy from making the bread soggy while holding ingredients in place.
- Compress Gradually for Even Cooking ⏱️Apply gentle, steady pressure with your panini press rather than full force to melt the cheese evenly and toast the bread uniformly without squeezing out the filling.
- Choose Thick-Cut Bread for Stability 🍞Use bread at least ¾-inch thick to support the generous filling without collapsing, and it will better develop a crispy crust while keeping the interior tender.
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