Jan 17, 2012

Loaded Turkey Melt

Recipe from Sandy Olsen

2 ripe avocados, peeled and mashed
2 tbls mayonnaise
1 tsp garlic powder
8 bread slices
1 lb thinly sliced deli turkey
4 tomato slices
4 sliced red onion rings
8 bacon slices, cooked
1/4 lb smoked mozzarella or provolone cheese slices
3 tbls butter, softened

1. Stir together avocado, mayonnaise and garlic powder.  Spread avocado mixture on one side of 4 bread slices.  Top evenly with turkey, tomato, onion, bacon, cheese and remaining bread slices.

2. Spread half of butter on one side of each sandwich.  Place, buttered sides down, in a large hot nonstick skillet.  Cook over medium heat 6 minutes or until golden.

3. Spread remaining butter on ungrilled sides; turn and cook 6 more minutes or until golden.

Oven-Grilled: Place buttered sandwiches on a baking sheet.  Place a second baking sheet on top of sandwiches.  Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden.