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# 🦃✨ Turkey and Cranberry Sliders Delight! ✨🦃
## Introduction
If you are looking for the perfect dish that’s both easy and vibrant for a friendly gathering, a family meal, or even a tailgating party, your search ends here! Our Turkey and Cranberry Sliders ooze with juicy turkey and sweet-tart cranberries – a delectable union of flavors nestled in the softest of buns.
## Why Make This Recipe
Celebrate the flavors of the holiday season any time of the year, without the typical fuss and extensive prep. These sliders are conveniently easy-to-make, customizable, and most importantly, they are mouthwateringly delicious!
## How to Make Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
Whipping up these inviting sliders is incredibly simple. They require basic ingredients and make for an amazing meal option.
### Ingredients:
– 12 slider buns
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, sliced
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh lettuce leaves
### Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare and cook the ground turkey in a skillet.
3. Mix the mayo-mustard spread and assemble the sliders.
4. Bake the sliders until golden and cheese is melted.
5. Add fresh lettuce leaves before serving.
## How to Serve Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
Serve these sliders warm, straight from the oven, just as the melted Swiss cheese peaks in gooeyness. Pair them with a fresh side salad, fries or classic potato chips for a delightful meal.
## How to Store Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
Wrap any leftover sliders in aluminum foil and store them in the refrigerator. They can be enjoyed up to 3 days later. Warm them in the oven or microwave before serving.
## Tips to Make Turkey and Cranberry Sliders
– Use soft, fresh slider buns for the best texture.
– The mayonnaise and mustard combination can be adjusted to taste.
– For a vegetarian option, grill a Portobello mushroom cap instead of turkey.
## Variations
– Swap out the Swiss cheese for Gouda or Cheddar for different flavor profiles.
– Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey in place of ground turkey for a festive twist.
## FAQs
**1. Can I use fresh cranberries instead of dried?**
Yes, you can. But fresh cranberries will have a tart flavor. Consider sweetening them with a bit of sugar if you opt for fresh.
**2. Can I prepare these sliders in advance?**
Yes! Assemble the sliders without the lettuce and store them in the fridge. Before serving, bake them as directed, then add the lettuce.
**3. Can this recipe be doubled or halved?**
Absolutely! Adjust the recipe according to the number of servings you need.
There’s no need to wait for a holiday to enjoy these sliders. Give your regular day a festive twist with these splendid Turkey and Cranberry Sliders!🦃🧀