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Loaded Knuckle Turkey Club Recipe with Crispy Bacon and Avocado

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A flavorful and satisfying turkey club sandwich featuring juicy knuckle turkey slices, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh vegetables, all layered between perfectly toasted bread. Quick and easy to make, perfect for lunch or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces knuckle turkey slices, thinly sliced
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 large ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 2–3 leaves leafy lettuce (romaine or butter lettuce)
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (light mayo or garlic aioli optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard
  • 6 slices sandwich bread (rustic sourdough or whole grain recommended)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: thinly sliced red onion or pickles

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Place 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a cold non-stick skillet. Cook over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally until crispy but not burnt. Remove and drain on paper towels. Save a bit of bacon fat for toasting the bread if desired.
  2. Toast the bread: While the bacon cooks, toast 6 slices of bread until golden brown and crisp. Optionally, lightly spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice before toasting. Toasting takes about 3-4 minutes per side in a grill pan or 2-3 minutes in a toaster.
  3. Prepare the avocado and tomato: Slice the avocado and tomato. Lightly season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Mix the spread: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  5. Assemble the sandwich: On three slices of toasted bread, spread the mayo-mustard mixture generously. Layer 2-3 ounces of knuckle turkey slices on each, followed by 2 slices of crispy bacon, avocado slices, tomato, and lettuce leaves. Add optional red onion or pickles if desired.
  6. Top and press: Place the remaining bread slices on top, mayo side down. Gently press down to compact the layers.
  7. Slice and serve: Cut each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for best crispness. Toast bread until golden but not burnt. Assemble sandwich just before eating to prevent sogginess. Save bacon fat to toast bread for extra flavor. Use gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps for gluten-free version. Vegetarian option: substitute turkey and bacon with grilled mushrooms and smoked tempeh bacon.

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