Best Cheeses To Compliment Turkey And Avocado Sandwiches

Turkey, avocado, and cheese is a classic combination for a sandwich. But what type of cheese works best? Well, it depends on the other ingredients and your personal preference. If you're looking for a mild cheese that won't overpower the other flavours, you could try Monterey Jack, Mozzarella, Provolone, or Cream Cheese. If you want something with a bit more punch, Cheddar, Gouda, or Blue Cheese could be a good option. For those who like their cheese with a bit of spice, Pepper Jack is an excellent choice.

Mozzarella, turkey, avocado, and tomato grilled sandwiches

A delicious and easy meal, these grilled sandwiches are a fun twist on the classic BLT. With the addition of turkey and avocado, these sandwiches are a hearty meal, perfect for lunch or dinner. The mozzarella adds a creamy texture, while the basil leaves add an unexpected burst of flavour.

Ingredients

• 4 slices of hearty artisan bread
• 4-6 slices of turkey bacon
• 1 small avocado, sliced
• 1 ripe tomato, sliced
• 1-2 tablespoons of butter
• 3 ounces of whole-milk mozzarella, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard (optional)

Method

• Butter one side of each slice of bread.
• Layer two slices of bread, butter-side down, with mozzarella, turkey bacon, avocado, tomato, and basil.
• Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter-side up.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and place the sandwiches in the pan.
• Cover with a lid and cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted.
• Carefully flip the sandwiches, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted to your liking.
• Remove from the skillet and enjoy!

Tips

• For an extra crunch, opt for a thicker slice of bread.
• If you prefer a classic BLT, you can use lettuce instead of basil.
• For an extra special touch, add Dijon mustard to the bread before layering on the other ingredients.
• This recipe is very versatile and can be adapted to your taste. Feel free to add or remove ingredients as desired.

Serving Suggestions

These sandwiches pair well with a variety of sides, such as:

• Cucumber, radish, and red onion salad
• Artisan tomato soup
• Basil leaves

Cream cheese and turkey avocado sandwiches

Ingredients

• Cream cheese
• Turkey
• Avocado
• Bread (toasted or fried)
• Diced chives
• Bacon (optional)
• Butter
• Hummus or mayonnaise

Instructions

• Spread your bread with cream cheese.
• Add diced chives for flavour.
• If you have some, add fried bacon.
• Add your turkey.
• Place the avocado next and finish by seasoning.
• Spread butter on one side of the bread.
• Spread hummus or mayonnaise on the other side.
• Place the sandwich in a preheated pan with the buttered side down.
• Cook over a medium heat until golden and glorious, and the cheese becomes melty.
• Carefully flip the sandwich, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for a few more minutes until the cheese has melted and the bread is golden brown.

Tips

• Cream cheese is used because it pairs well with both turkey and avocado, and will also prevent the sandwich from drying out.
• For a healthier alternative, use hummus instead of mayonnaise.

Provolone, turkey, avocado, and roasted red pepper sandwiches

Ingredients

• Provolone cheese
• Turkey
• Avocado
• Roasted red peppers
• Bread (ciabatta, potato, or sourdough)
• Butter
• Mayonnaise
• Mustard (Dijon)
• Arugula (optional)
• Olive oil (optional)

Instructions

First, prepare your bread. If you're using ciabatta, drizzle both sides with olive oil and cracked pepper, then lightly grill or toast until warm and crusty. For potato bread, spread a thin layer of basil mayo on each slice. If you're using sourdough, spread butter on one side of each slice and turn them over.

Next, add your fillings. For ciabatta, spread mustard and avocado pesto on both sides of the bread. For potato bread, add a slice of provolone and a slice of turkey to each slice of bread, then add a few roasted red peppers. For sourdough, spread mustard on the bread slices, then top two slices with avocado, turkey, and provolone.

Finally, cook your sandwiches. If you're using ciabatta or potato bread, simply assemble your sandwich and serve. For sourdough, heat a heavy skillet over medium heat and cook the sandwiches until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted, about 1.5 minutes on each side.

Tips and Variations

• If you're using ciabatta, layer provolone, turkey, and arugula onto the bottom slice of bread, then add the top slice.
• For an extra kick of flavour, add arugula to your sandwich.
• If you're watching your fat intake, you can cook your sandwich without butter. Try using cooking spray, avocado spray, or a small amount of coconut oil instead.
• For a different twist on the classic grilled cheese, try using mayonnaise on the outside of your sandwich.

Swiss cheese, avocado, and turkey sandwiches

Ingredients

• Swiss cheese
• Avocado
• Turkey
• Bread (e.g. wholemeal, sourdough, baguette, ciabatta)
• Butter
• Salad (optional)
• Mustard (optional)
• Mayonnaise (optional)
• Cranberry sauce (optional)
• Bacon (optional)
• Tomato (optional)
• Lettuce (optional)

Method

Swiss cheese is a popular choice for turkey sandwiches as its mild, nutty, and slightly sweet flavour complements the turkey without overpowering it. Its firm yet creamy texture also holds up well on sandwiches.

For a simple Swiss cheese, avocado, and turkey sandwich, start by slicing or spreading the cheese onto your chosen bread. Layer on the avocado and turkey, seasoning with salt and pepper if desired. You could also add salad, mustard, and/or mayonnaise to taste. Butter the outer sides of the bread and place the sandwich in a hot skillet or panini press until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.

For a more gourmet option, try pairing Swiss cheese with avocado, turkey, bacon, and honey mustard on artisan bread.

Tips

• For a healthier alternative to butter, use mayonnaise or hummus as a spread.
• If you're making a grilled cheese sandwich, choose a cheese that melts smoothly, such as Havarti or Gouda.
• If you're using sliced sandwich bread, spread your condiment of choice on both slices of bread.
• Season your vegetables with salt and pepper for extra flavour.
• Drizzle olive oil over your salad vegetables.
• For a hot sandwich, heat your sandwich in a skillet, panini press, or oven until the cheese is melted.

Monterey Jack, turkey, avocado, and mushroom sandwiches

Ingredients

• 8 slices of white bread
• 4 tablespoons of butter, melted
• 2 cups of grated Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup of pickled jalapeño slices
• 8 strips of cooked bacon
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• 4 large mushrooms, sliced

Method

• Using a silicone pastry brush, brush the melted butter on one side of each slice of bread.
• Flip 4 of the slices over and layer with 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, 6 jalapeño slices, 2 turkey slices, 2 strips of bacon, and sliced avocado and mushroom.
• Top with the remaining bread slices, with the buttered side facing up.
• Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat for 2 minutes.
• Place 2 sandwiches in the pan and lightly press a round cake pan on top of the sandwiches to weigh them down.
• Cook until the first side is golden brown, which should take around 4-5 minutes.
• Remove the cake pan, flip the sandwiches over, and press lightly with the cake pan again.
• Cook the other side until it is golden brown, which should take around 2-3 minutes.
• Move the sandwiches to a cutting board and slice them diagonally.
• Repeat the process with the remaining 2 sandwiches and serve immediately.

Tips

• Cooking the sandwiches on medium-low heat will ensure the cheese melts perfectly and the bread browns evenly.
• If you are making these sandwiches in large batches, you can keep the cooked sandwiches on a wire rack set over a cooking sheet in a 250-degree oven to keep them crisp and warm.
• When you flip the grilled cheese, the cake pan will be very hot, so use oven mitts when handling it!

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