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Diner-Style Hot Turkey Sandwiches

Heavenly Diner-Style Hot Turkey Sandwiches for Comfort Cravings

Diner-Style Hot Turkey Sandwiches are a nostalgic, quick, and comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Gravy
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 teaspoons roasted chicken base or boxed chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for richness
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour thickens the gravy
For the Sandwich
  • 1 pound deli-sliced oven-roasted turkey breast use high-quality turkey
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper for seasoning
  • 8 slices white bread soft and fresh
For Garnish
  • to taste chopped fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • measuring cup
  • whisk
  • Plate

Method
 

Gravy Preparation
  1. In a measuring cup, whisk together 3 teaspoons of roasted chicken base with 3 cups of water until fully combined. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-low heat until fully melted.
  3. Add 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the melted butter, whisking for about 1 minute to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk the chicken base mixture into the roux, bring to a boil while stirring until thickened.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer the gravy for 1-2 minutes until velvety. Adjust seasoning when adding turkey.
  6. Stir in the deli-sliced turkey and heat through for about 2 minutes. Season to taste.
Sandwich Assembly
  1. Place 2 slices of soft white bread on a plate, top with warmed turkey and ladle over generous gravy.
  2. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze turkey and gravy separately for up to 2 months.

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