Description
Start your mornings with a burst of flavor and comfort by making a delicious Thanksgiving Leftover Breakfast Sandwich. This simple and satisfying recipe transforms leftover smoked turkey, smoked turkey bacon, and plant-based cheese into a hearty morning meal perfect for a cozy brunch or quick breakfast fix. Enjoy a savory, textured, and flavorful sandwich that celebrates Thanksgiving spirit any day of the week.
Ingredients
Meats and Cheese
- Smoked turkey bacon: 4 slices
- Smoked turkey slices: 3-4 slices
- Plant-based cheese (shredded or sliced): 2-3 slices or 1/4 cup shredded
Eggs and Bread
- Eggs: 2 large
- Whole wheat or sourdough bread slices: 2
Vegetables and Greens
- Fresh spinach or arugula: 1/4 cup loosely packed
- Tomato slices: 2-3 slices
Condiments and Seasonings
- Mayonnaise or plant-based spread (natural): 1 tablespoon
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural): 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon and Eggs: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy and golden. In the same pan, whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper and scramble gently until fluffy but moist. Set aside the cooked bacon and eggs.
- Toast the Bread: Lightly toast your chosen bread slices until just golden and heated through. This helps add a slight crunch and prevents sogginess when assembling the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or plant-based spread (natural) on each slice of bread. On one slice, layer fresh spinach or arugula, smoked turkey slices, crispy smoked turkey bacon, scrambled eggs, and plant-based cheese. Add tomato slices on top and finish by drizzling a touch of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural).
- Final Touch and Serve: Top with the remaining slice of bread, press gently, and slice the sandwich in half. Serve immediately for the best melty, crunchy experience.
Notes
- Use day-old bread as it toasts better and holds ingredients without becoming soggy.
- Ensure turkey slices and smoked turkey bacon are warm to melt cheese faster for a gooey center.
- Place greens between meat and cheese to prevent sogginess and add texture balance.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning to your taste for a perfectly seasoned bite.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon crisply to contrast with soft scrambled eggs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving, leftover breakfast, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheese, breakfast sandwich, savory sandwich, quick breakfast, brunch
