Open-faced turkey spinach mushroom melts are just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to make and are a delicious, filling and warm lunch using leftover turkey.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Yield: 4servings
Ingredients
1teaspoonextra-virgin olive oil
4oz.white button mushrooms, cleaned, stems removed, mushrooms sliced or chopped
2cupschopped leftover cooked turkey
2big handfuls fresh spinach
Salt and black pepper
1cupshredded mozzarella cheese
4English muffins, halved (or use rolls or bagels)
Instructions
Adjust an oven rack so it is within 3-4 inches of the heating element. Preheat broiler.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until they are tender and have given off some of their liquid.
Add the turkey and spinach and stir to combine. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is warmed through and the spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, place the English muffin halves on a sheet pan lined with aluminum foil.
Divide the turkey, spinach and mushroom mixture among the 8 halves. Top each one with about 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Broil on high for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese is melted and browned.
Serve hot and enjoy!
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Notes
Optional spreads to use for turkey melts: Dijon or regular mustard, mayonnaise, cranberry sauce, marinara or pesto.Optional toppings: Sliced or diced avocado, salsa or pico de gallo, pickled red onions, or hot sauce or sriracha for a kick.Leftovers: Wrap the leftover turkey melts in aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a toaster oven, regular oven or microwave oven. Once reheated, you can broil for a minute to get the browning on the cheese. Serve hot.