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Turkey Club Sandwich Recipe

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4.9 from 97 reviews

This classic Turkey Club Sandwich features layers of crispy applewood smoked bacon, juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh romaine lettuce, and hickory smoked deli turkey, all stacked between toasted white bread spread with creamy mayonnaise. Perfectly seasoned and assembled, it’s a satisfying and flavorful sandwich ideal for lunch or a casual dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Bacon

  • 16 slices center-cut applewood smoked bacon (14 ounces; 396 g)

Bread and Spread

  • 12 slices hearty white sandwich bread
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise (6 ounces; 170 g, divided)

Produce

  • 16 1/4-inch-thick slices vine-ripened tomatoes (from about 3 (6-ounce) tomatoes)
  • 8 romaine lettuce leaves (6 ounces; 170 g total, cut in half crosswise)

Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (for table salt, use half as much by volume)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Meat

  • 16 slices deli turkey (about 1 pound; 454 g total, preferably hickory smoked)

Other

  • 16 4-inch toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Cook Bacon: Cook the applewood smoked bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it is crisp. Once cooked, drain the bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease and set aside.
  2. Toast Bread: Toast the slices of hearty white sandwich bread until they turn golden brown and crisp, then set them aside to cool slightly.
  3. Spread Mayonnaise: Evenly spread mayonnaise on one side of each toasted bread slice, reserving some mayonnaise for the final assembly.
  4. First Layer Assembly: On one slice of mayo-coated toast, layer half-cut romaine lettuce leaves, season the tomato slices with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, add the tomatoes, then lay on the deli turkey slices and crispy bacon.
  5. Add Second Slice: Place another slice of toasted bread on top of this first layer, mayo side up, then repeat the layering process—lettuce, seasoned tomatoes, turkey, and bacon.
  6. Top with Third Slice: Finish by topping the sandwich with a third slice of toast, mayo side down, to enclose all fillings.
  7. Cut Sandwich: Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters for easier eating and presentation.
  8. Secure with Toothpicks: Insert 4-inch toothpicks through each sandwich portion to hold the layers firmly together, making them easier to handle and serve.

Notes

  • For a crispier bacon texture, cook in a skillet over medium heat and avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Use vine-ripened tomatoes for the best fresh flavor and juicy texture.
  • Adjust salt quantity if using table salt, as it is finer and saltier than kosher salt.
  • Romaine lettuce should be fresh and crisp for the best crunch.
  • To keep sandwiches moist and fresh, assemble just before serving.
  • Feel free to substitute whole wheat or multigrain bread for a healthier option.

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