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    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese (Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwiches)

    Published Nov 23, 2020 by Allyson · 30 Comments
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    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

    I am so excited to be sharing this Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese with you, because it's really so delicious! It's not only insanely good, but you can make it using your Thanksgiving leftovers and you might even enjoy it more than your Thanksgiving meal...just saying, it's THAT good! 

    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

    Now, to really take this Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese to the next level, I suggest you actually grill it. Now, I love using a charcoal grill to make these turkey cranberry grilled cheeses, but you can always use a regular grill or a grill pan as well. Don't have leftover turkey? Use this easy Air Fryer Turkey Breast recipe!

    How to Grill the Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese:

    • Heat up your charcoal grill and really get it warmed up. While that is going on, it's time to make your sandwiches!
    • All you need is leftover turkey, cranberry sauce, and some cheese.
      • I loved making my turkey cranberry grilled cheese with brie and havarti, but any cheese would probably work okay. I would suggest a more mild cheese because the flavor of the turkey and the cranberry sauce is amazing.
    • Make your sandwiches then toss them on the grill. Be careful, because they tend to cook QUICK!
      • I like mine a little crispy so I add an extra few seconds to et that little bit of char on it. 
    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

    How to cook the sandwich on the stovetop: 

    • Grease a skillet and heat over medium/low heat. While that is going on, it's time to make your sandwiches!
    • Make your sandwiches, and butter each side of the bread that will touch the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, making sure to keep the heat medium to avoid burning.  Once toasty, flip and cook 2-3 minutes on the other side. 
    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

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    5 from 16 votes
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    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Cook Time
    10 mins
     

    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: turkey cranberry grilled cheese
    Servings: 2 sandwiches
    Ingredients
    • 4 slices turkey breast may need more or less, just fit to sandwich
    • 4 sliced cranberry sauce
    • 2 slices havarti cheese
    • ½ wheel brie cheese, sliced and rind shaved off
    • 4 slices thick cut bread like sourdough
    • 2 TBS oil
    Instructions
    1. To assemble sandwiches, lay 2 sliced of bread. Top with brie cheese (see photo, but just spread around as best as possible), then layer turkey, slices of cranberry sauce, and havarti cheese (one slice per sandwich). Top with remaining bread slices.

    2. Brush top slice of bread with olive oil and set on grill olive oil side down. Brush olive oil on the top slice of bread. Close grill and cook 3-4 minutes, checking to make sure they don't burn. Flip the sandwiches carefully, then cook another 1-2 minutes, watching closely. Remove from grill.

    3. Cool for a few minutes then cut in half and serve.

    Recipe Notes
    • Recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make additional sandwiches. I used about ½ a wheel of brie of this recipe.

    How to cook in a skillet:

    • Grease a skillet and heat over medium/low heat. While that is going on, it's time to make your sandwiches!
    • Make your sandwiches, and butter each side of the bread that will touch the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, making sure to keep the heat medium to avoid burning.  Once toasty, flip and cook 2-3 minutes on the other side. 

    Originally Published Nov 17, 2017 - Updated 11/2019 - Updated 11/2020

    Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Nutmeg Nanny

      November 17, 2017 at 9:06 pm

      WOW!! Now this is a way to eat Thanksgiving leftovers!

      Reply
    2. Jen

      November 18, 2017 at 12:38 pm

      You are the grilled cheese master! I can't wait to have leftovers after Thanksgiving to make this! Yum!!

      Reply
    3. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet

      November 19, 2017 at 12:17 am

      Whoa, I'm totally drooling over this!

      Reply
    4. Catalina @ Peas & Peonies

      November 19, 2017 at 2:08 am

      Making these and devouring these! Can't wait to give these a try!

      Reply
    5. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

      November 19, 2017 at 10:01 am

      Havarti and Brie!? That's an exciting aspect of this lovely sandwich! It's such a fun and tasty idea for leftovers!

      Reply
    6. Krista

      November 19, 2017 at 11:25 pm

      Perfect way to use leftovers! Love it!

      Reply
    7. Umakant

      November 25, 2017 at 1:48 am

      5 stars
      Hey Allyson...! amazing this turkey cranberry grilled cheese looks sooooo yummy with creamy, i can't wait make this dish, i have really enjoyed this recipe, as well this is one of my favorite recipe till now.
      Thanks for sharing....!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        November 26, 2017 at 8:37 pm

        Enjoy it!

        Reply
    8. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

      November 29, 2019 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      This Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese looks incredibly delicious!

      Reply
    9. Sara Welch

      November 30, 2019 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of the best things about having leftover turkey! Can't wait to whip these up for lunch today; they look amazing!

      Reply
    10. Beth

      November 30, 2019 at 11:06 pm

      5 stars
      This is the best way to use up leftovers! We really loved the havarti cheese!

      Reply
    11. Catalina

      December 03, 2019 at 5:00 am

      5 stars
      OMG! I am drooling over this cheese! I need to try it!

      Reply
    12. Toni

      December 03, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      So how many days in a row is it acceptable to make this perfect turkey leftovers sandwich? Asking for a friend lol. My new favorite recipe.

      Reply
    13. Sam Bates

      December 03, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      Looks amazing...love the brie and havarti pairing! I just printed this and plan on making it tonight using incredible home smoked turkey. I was just wondering though, most leftover turkey will be pretty cold from being refrigerated. Is 3-4 min per side, long enough for the turkey to get hot again? I was thinking I might give the turkey a little microwaved warm up first. I'm sure it will be amazing either way. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        December 04, 2019 at 2:19 pm

        Up to you! The turkey doesn't need o be hot for the sandwich, just up to you how you want it!

        Reply
    14. Kara

      November 23, 2020 at 12:21 pm

      5 stars
      Made it with my homemade sourdough bread. Oh my! I actually did enjoy it more than just the Thanksgiving turkey!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        November 23, 2020 at 1:46 pm

        OMG that bread sounds AMAZING!!!!

        Reply
    15. Andrea Thueson

      November 23, 2020 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      I'm a sucker for a good grilled cheese recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The flavor profile is on point!

      Reply
    16. Haley Williams

      November 23, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      5 stars
      This is the ultimate leftover Thanksgiving treat for me! I love grilled cheeses.

      Reply
    17. Katie

      November 23, 2020 at 3:00 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious! Can't wait to try this.

      Reply
    18. Jen

      November 23, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      We love making a big turkey just so we can have leftovers to make this sandwich! It's so good!

      Reply
    19. Beth

      November 23, 2020 at 4:57 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! We love using our leftovers for lunch or dinner! This is the perfect use for leftovers! So excited!

      Reply
    20. Jacque Hastert

      November 24, 2020 at 9:28 am

      5 stars
      Now I am hoping for leftover turkey, so I can make this grilled cheese sandwich. What a great and delicious lunch idea for friday!

      Reply
    21. Sara Welch

      November 24, 2020 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great recipe for leftover turkey! Love the combination of cranberry and turkey; the perfect fall recipe!

      Reply
    22. kerri

      November 24, 2020 at 5:50 pm

      this is absolutely perfect for leftovers!

      Reply
    23. Catalina

      November 25, 2020 at 2:05 pm

      5 stars
      This turkey grilled cheese is exactly what I need for lunch! Looks amazing!

      Reply
    24. Cathy

      November 27, 2020 at 5:25 pm

      Definitely making these this weekend!

      Reply
    25. G

      February 12, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing and super delicious. I’ll say everything kind of slid out of the sandwich when cut in half. Should this sandwich possibly be put together a certain way as to avoid everything sliding out when cutting in half or upon first bite?

      Will be made many times at my house.

      Reply

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