This is seriously the BEST ham and turkey sandwich you will ever make. This sandwich will revamp your typical workday lunch with its delectable combination of parmesan and cream cheese, which elevates an otherwise straightforward ingredient list.
This ham and turkey sandwich is perfect for when you need something a little fancier than your typical sandwich for work or school. I’m here to teach you all the secret ins and outs of making the perfect sandwich.
My last pregnancies consisted of ONE major craving… this sandwich. I could not get over how delicious they were, and I had one for a fantastic lunch almost every day. I still have a hard time saying no to a really delicious ham and turkey sandwich, even after my pregnancy ended!
With ham, turkey, and bacon on this sandwich, I knew I needed to balance it with three cheeses. We chose Parmesan, cream cheese and pepperjack for just a touch of heat. Delicious is an understatement!.
Though everyone’s favorite part is the meat and cheese combination, you won’t want to miss the tiny crunch and nutrients added by the thinly sliced cucumbers and delicate butter lettuce.
Are you tired of the same old boring lunch? Do you crave a sandwich that’s both flavorful and satisfying? Look no further than the Ham and Turkey Sandwich! This classic combination offers endless possibilities for customization, making it a perfect choice for picky eaters and adventurous foodies alike.
Today we’ll be comparing two mouthwatering Ham and Turkey Sandwich recipes: one from Eckrich and another from This Vivacious Life. Both recipes offer unique twists on this classic dish ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Eckrich’s Kid-Pleaser Ham and Turkey Sandwich: Simple and Straightforward
Eckrich’s recipe is a classic take on the Ham and Turkey Sandwich featuring simple ingredients and straightforward instructions. This makes it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or when you’re short on time.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 lb. Eckrich Deli Ham, sliced
- 1/4 lb. Eckrich Deli Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, sliced
- 8 slices multi-grain bread
- 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
- 1 whole medium tomato, sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions:
- Top each of 4 bread slices with lettuce.
- Evenly distribute tomato, cheese, ham, and turkey on top of the lettuce.
- Spread remaining bread slices with mayonnaise.
- Place mayonnaise side down on top of the turkey.
- Cut each sandwich in half and enjoy!
Tips:
- Feel free to use your favorite type of bread, such as sourdough or wheat.
- Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the mayonnaise for extra flavor.
- If you like your sandwiches warm, toast the bread before assembling.
This Vivacious Life’s Big, Buff, Cheesy Ham and Turkey Sandwich: A Flavor Explosion
This Vivacious Life’s recipe takes the Ham and Turkey Sandwich to a whole new level with a creamy parmesan cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and a touch of heat from pepper jack cheese. This sandwich is sure to please even the most discerning palates.
Ingredients:
- 6 slices Canyon Bakehouse Heritage Style Whole Grain bread
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 9 slices Boars Head cracked pepper mill smoked turkey breast
- 9 slices Boars Head beechwood smoked black forest ham
- 9 slices bacon
- 3 slices pepper jack cheese
- 12 slices thinly cut cucumbers
- 6 leaves of butter lettuce
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook bacon in the oven or Instant Pot until crispy. Drain excess grease.
- In a small saucepan, melt cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt over medium-high heat until spreadable.
- Spread the cheese sauce on 3 slices of bread and bake for 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and immediately top each slice with 3 slices each of turkey and ham, then one slice of pepper jack cheese.
- Place 3 slices of bacon on top of the cheese.
- Add 4 slices of cucumber and 2 leaves of butter lettuce to each sandwich.
- Brush remaining bread slices with melted butter or olive oil and place on top of the sandwiches.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garlic salt.
- Cut into triangles and enjoy!
Tips:
- For a spicier sandwich, add some sriracha or hot sauce to the cheese sauce.
- If you’re short on time, use pre-cooked bacon.
- This sandwich is best served fresh, but you can store it in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Both Eckrich’s and This Vivacious Life’s Ham and Turkey Sandwich recipes offer delicious and unique takes on this classic dish. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward sandwich or one that’s packed with flavor, there’s a recipe here that’s perfect for you. So grab your favorite ingredients, get creative, and enjoy the perfect Ham and Turkey Sandwich for your lunchtime cravings!
Step 3: Spread and toast
After brushing the bread with the melted cheese sauce, bake it for five minutes, or until it turns golden brown.
Immediately top with turkey, ham, once slice of pepper jack cheese, then bacon. Add your veggies, brush bread slice with melted butter or olive oil, then cut into triangles.
Pro tip: If you like spice, feel free to add some spicy mayo, sirracha, hot sauce, etc. to the cheese sauce.
Storing – Although this ham sandwich is best eaten fresh, you can take it for lunch. If you plan to store the bread in a lunchbox for a few hours, I wouldn’t brush it with butter. But, the sandwich will be good in an airtight container, plastic wrap, or ziplock baggie until lunchtime. It will taste just as fresh if you put it in the air fryer in your office for a short while.
What you need to make one:
- The best gluten-free bread available is Canyon Bakehouse Heritage Style Whole Grain bread. But, you can use whatever you have on hand. Use white bread if you don’t have a gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
- Cheese: Colby jack, cheddar, Swiss, and other types of cheese can be substituted for the cream cheese, parmesan, and pepper jack that I like to use.
- Butter – This is for toasting the sandwich.
- Garlic salt: A dash of this seasoning is always a good idea.
- The best smoked turkey is Boars Head cracked pepper mill smoked turkey breast. You can also use leftover turkey.
- Boars Head smoked black forest ham with beechwood – any ham will do, but this is my personal favorite.
- Bacon: If you’re short on time, you can prepare bacon in the instant pot.
- Cucumbers – A nice refreshing crunch.
- Iceberg lettuce or spinach can also be substituted with butter lettuce.
- Different bread: My favorites are the gluten-free everything bagel or the wide heritage loaves bread from Canyon Bakehouse. A bagel works great for that breakfast sandwich feel.
- Change up the meat: bacon, ham, and turkey slices are traditional options, but you can also use chicken if you’d like. Honestly, any deli meat will taste great.
- Add additional vegetables, such as sliced bell peppers, red onions, tomatoes, and carrots. make great additions to this easy sandwich recipe.
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