Turkey Club with Beef Bacon (Printable)

Layered sandwich with turkey, beef bacon, fresh veggies, and creamy mayo on toasted bread for a satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 slices roasted turkey breast
02 - 4 slices beef bacon

→ Bread

03 - 6 slices sandwich bread (white or whole wheat)

→ Vegetables

04 - 2 leaves romaine lettuce
05 - 2 slices ripe tomato
06 - 2 slices red onion (optional)

→ Condiments & Dairy

07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

→ Extras

09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 - Butter, for toasting (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Cook the beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
02 - Lightly toast the sandwich bread slices. Optionally, spread a thin layer of butter on each slice for enhanced flavor.
03 - Spread mayonnaise evenly over one side of each slice of toasted bread. If using, add Dijon mustard alongside mayonnaise.
04 - Place one slice of bread, mayonnaise side up, on a plate. Layer with a romaine leaf, turkey slices, and a tomato slice. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Top with a second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down. Spread mayonnaise on the exposed top side, then layer with crisp beef bacon and red onion slices if desired.
06 - Add the final slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, to finish the sandwich.
07 - Press the sandwich gently, then cut into halves or quarters using a serrated knife. Secure portions with toothpicks if preferred and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 25 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch without feeling rushed.
  • The layering technique means every bite has turkey, bacon, lettuce, and tomato all at once—no sad sandwich bites.
  • Beef bacon adds a richer, meatier flavor than regular bacon, making this feel less ordinary.
02 -
  • Toast the bread while it's still room temperature—if it cools down, it cracks when you try to spread the mayo.
  • Assemble in order and serve immediately, because the steam from warm toast will soften the bread the longer it sits.
  • Don't skimp on layering—the bread in the middle acts as a barrier between wet ingredients and the outer slices, so it stays structurally sound.
03 -
  • Tear lettuce leaves instead of cutting them so they don't bruise and brown at the edges.
  • If your bread is going to sit before assembly, toast it just before you build so it stays crisp, not soft from steam.

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