Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich: A Satisfying Stack (Print Version)

Craft a Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich with smoky bacon, roasted turkey, and tangy BBQ mayo. Perfect for a robust lunch, easy to make, and oh-so-satisfying!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Contains Meat, Dairy, Gluten

# Ingredients:

→ Hearty Base Ingredients

01 - 3 slices sourdough bread, thick-sliced
02 - 4 oz roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced
03 - 4-6 slices crispy bacon
04 - 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 2-3 green leaf lettuce leaves
06 - 2-3 slices ripe tomato

→ Cowboy Club Flavor Boosters

07 - 3 tbsp mayonnaise
08 - 1 tbsp BBQ sauce (smoky variety preferred)
09 - 2-3 thin slices red onion
10 - 4-6 dill pickle slices

→ Seasonings & Spices

11 - Pinch of salt (for tomatoes)
12 - Pinch of black pepper (for tomatoes)
13 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for mayo)

→ Finishing Touches

14 - 2-4 long toothpicks or skewers

# Instructions:

01 - Get your thick-sliced sourdough ready. Pop it in the toaster or, my preferred method, a hot skillet with a tiny bit of butter until it's golden brown and perfectly crisp. We need that structural integrity, folks! I once tried to rush this and ended up with barely-warm, floppy bread, which, let's just say, isn't the vibe for a Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich. You want that satisfying crunch when you bite in.
02 - In a small bowl, combine your mayonnaise and BBQ sauce. If you're adding that optional smoked paprika, toss it in now. Stir it all together until it's smooth and beautifully blended. This is the secret sauce, the heart of our cowboy flavor! I didn't expect how much this simple mix would elevate the sandwich, honestly. It smells so good, a little tangy, a little smoky – just perfect.
03 - Take one slice of your perfectly toasted bread and spread a generous amount of your cowboy mayo on one side. Layer it up with some green leaf lettuce, a few slices of turkey breast, and a slice or two of sharp cheddar. Don't be shy, but don't overload it so much that it'll slide off. This is where I sometimes get a bit too ambitious, leading to leaning towers.
04 - Grab a second slice of toast and spread cowboy mayo on both sides. Place this mayo-slathered slice directly on top of your first layer of fillings. This middle piece is key for stability and for separating the flavors. I once forgot to put mayo on both sides and the sandwich felt a little dry in the middle, totally not what we're going for with a Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich.
05 - On top of that middle toast, spread more cowboy mayo. Now, pile on your crispy bacon, those juicy tomato slices (don't forget to season them with a pinch of salt and pepper, it makes all the difference!), and those tangy red onion and dill pickle slices. This is where the sandwich really comes alive with texture and flavor. It should be looking pretty epic by now, a true Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich!
06 - Place the final slice of toasted bread, mayo-side down, on top of your glorious stack. Carefully, but firmly, press down. Now, for the critical part: secure your Hearty Cowboy Club Sandwich with two long toothpicks or skewers, inserting them diagonally from opposite corners. Then, slice the sandwich into halves or quarters. Mine often looks a bit messy at this stage, but that's just part of its charm.

# Notes:

01 - Always toast your bread well; a soggy foundation is a sad foundation, I learned that the hard way.
02 - Storage advice that actually works from my kitchen trials.
03 - Substitution I've tried that worked surprisingly well.
04 - Serving suggestion that makes this dish extra special.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Toaster or skillet
02 - sharp knife
03 - cutting board
04 - small mixing bowl
05 - spoon
06 - toothpicks or skewers

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 750 Calories
Total Fat: 45g
Total Carbohydrate: 50g
Protein: 40g

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