French Dip Hot Turkey Sandwiches
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
389 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
French Dip Hot Turkey Sandwiches
Description
French Dip Hot Turkey Sandwiches combine tender turkey slices warmed in broth, rich caramelized onions, and melted cheese on bread slices, served with hot gravy for dipping. The onions are cooked in butter with salt until soft and then caramelized to a golden amber color, imparting sweetness and depth to the sandwich. The turkey is heated carefully in broth, which keeps it moist without drying out. Cheese, placed on bread before adding onions and turkey, melts slightly from the hot ingredients.
The assembly involves layering cheese, onions, then turkey on slices of bread, sprinkled with black pepper before closing into sandwiches. These are accompanied by hot gravy, enhancing the moistness and flavor with every dip. The combination of textures from soft caramelized onions, melted cheese, and warm turkey creates a rich and satisfying experience.
Various substitutions are possible: any onion variety for caramelizing, different broth types for warming turkey, and any preferred cheese will work. Bread can be toasted or chosen according to preference. Using leftover gravy thinned with broth is suggested for the dip. This versatile sandwich is practical for utilizing leftovers or deli turkey and can be adapted to available ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 onion see note 1, small
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups broth -see note 2
- 12 lices turkey -see note 3
- 8 lices bread -see note 4
- 4 lices cheese -see note 5
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups gravy see note 6, hot, or leftover
Instructions
For the onions
- Peel and slice the onions into thin rings. 2 small onions
- Melt the butter in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. 2 tbsp butter
- Add the onion slices and the salt, then sauté until they are soft, around 5-7 minutes. ¼ tsp salt
- Turn the heat to high and keep stirring until the onions become a golden amber color.
- Remove the onions from the pan and set them to one side.
To heat the turkey.
- Add the broth to the empty skillet (no need to clean it) and bring to a simmer.2 cups broth
- Carefully add the sliced turkey and heat gently for 2-3 minutes.12 slices turkey
To assemble
- Place a slice of cheese on 4 pieces of bread, and top with caramelized onions.8 slices bread4 slices cheese
- Divide the hot turkey between the bread, and sprinkle with black pepper.½ tsp black pepper
- Close the sandwiches and serve them with hot gravy for dipping.1 ½ cups hot gravy, recipe below, or leftover gravy
Notes
- Use any onion type you prefer—white, yellow, or red all caramelize well for this recipe.
- Broth options include chicken, turkey, or vegetable; if unavailable, water with salt or bouillon works as a substitute.
- Leftover turkey or deli-sliced thick turkey are both suitable; thick country loaf, hoagie rolls, or baguette can be used for the bread.
- Toasting the bread before assembling adds texture but is optional.
- Feel free to use any cheese you like, including leftovers from a cheese board.
- If using leftover gravy, thin with broth used for heating turkey if it’s too thick for dipping.
- If making fresh gravy, follow an appropriate quick recipe to complement the sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 389 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 389kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1160mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 734IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 276mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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