Savory Smoked Turkey Delight with Cranberry Herb Butter
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Savory Smoked Turkey Delight, featuring a luscious cranberry herb butter that adds a burst of sweetness and tang. This gourmet sandwich combines the smoky, tender turkey and creamy Jarlsberg cheese, all nestled between hearty rye bread and crisp romaine lettuce. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or an elegant snack, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Garnish with cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and extra flavor.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
cranberries
1/2 cup (may use frozen, thawed and drained)
unsalted butter
3 tablespoons (softened)
honey
1 teaspoon (none)
Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon (none)
rye bread
8 slices (none)
smoked turkey
1 lb (thinly sliced)
Jarlsberg cheese
12 ounces (thinly sliced)
romaine lettuce leaves
8 leaves (washed and dried)
cherry tomatoes
optional (for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a food processor or blender, combine the cranberries, unsalted butter, honey, and Dijon mustard. Blend at high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
2
Spread a generous layer of the cranberry herb butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
3
Take four of the buttered slices and layer them with smoked turkey, followed by a slice of Jarlsberg cheese, and then add a romaine lettuce leaf.
4
Top with the remaining slices of buttered bread, butter side down, to form the sandwiches.
5
Using a sharp knife, slice each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters for serving.
6
Optional: Garnish with cherry tomatoes on the side for a fresh touch and a pop of color.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in the Savory Smoked Turkey Delight?
The main protein in this recipe is 1 lb of thinly sliced smoked turkey.
What kind of bread is recommended for this sandwich?
Hearty rye bread is used for this gourmet sandwich recipe.
What cheese pairs best with the smoked turkey in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of thinly sliced Jarlsberg cheese.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
How do I prepare the cranberry herb butter?
In a food processor or blender, combine 1/2 cup cranberries, 3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard until smooth.
Can I use frozen cranberries for the butter?
Yes, you may use frozen cranberries, but they should be thawed and drained first.
Should the butter be salted or unsalted?
The recipe specifically calls for unsalted butter that has been softened.
What type of lettuce is used in the sandwich?
The sandwich features 8 leaves of romaine lettuce, washed and dried.
Are there any recommended garnishes for this dish?
You can garnish the sandwich with cherry tomatoes on the side for a pop of color.
How much honey is needed for the recipe?
You will need 1 teaspoon of honey for the cranberry herb butter mixture.
How long should I blend the cranberry butter mixture?
The mixture should be blended at high speed for about 1 minute until it is smooth and creamy.
What is the first step in assembling the sandwiches?
The first step is spreading a generous layer of the cranberry herb butter on one side of each rye bread slice.
What is the correct layering order for the ingredients?
Layer the smoked turkey first, followed by a slice of Jarlsberg cheese, and then add a romaine lettuce leaf.
How should the finished sandwiches be sliced?
Use a sharp knife to slice each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters.
What kind of mustard is used in the cranberry butter?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
How much Jarlsberg cheese is needed?
The recipe requires 12 ounces of thinly sliced Jarlsberg cheese.
Is this recipe suitable for a snack?
Yes, it is described as perfect for a satisfying lunch or an elegant snack.
Does the recipe contain any fiber information?
No, nutritional values such as fiber are not specified in this raw data.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total for this Savory Smoked Turkey Delight.
How many slices of rye bread are needed?
You will need 8 slices of rye bread to make 4 sandwiches.
What equipment is needed to make the spread?
You will need a food processor or a blender to combine the cranberry butter ingredients.
What are the flavor profiles of the cranberry butter?
The cranberry herb butter adds a burst of sweetness from honey and tang from the Dijon mustard and cranberries.
How should the romaine lettuce be prepared?
The romaine lettuce leaves should be washed and dried before being added to the sandwich.
Is the turkey smoked or roasted?
The recipe uses smoked turkey for a smoky flavor profile.
How many calories are in one serving?
The calorie count is not provided in the recipe data.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include sandwich, lunch, snack, smoked turkey, cranberry butter, jarlsberg cheese, rye bread, and gourmet.
Should the turkey be thickly sliced?
No, the recipe specifies that the smoked turkey should be thinly sliced.
What color garnish is recommended?
Cherry tomatoes are recommended for a pop of red color.
Can I make the butter by hand?
The recipe recommends a food processor or blender for a smooth and creamy consistency.
Is the sandwich served hot or cold?
Based on the assembly instructions, this is a cold gourmet sandwich.