Diner-Style Hot Open-Faced Turkey Sandwiches

These Diner-Style Hot Open-Faced Turkey Sandwiches served open-faced with a simple homemade gravy are always a favorite and are perfect for a quick and easy dinner or lunch! Slices of soft bread or crispy toast, topped with deli-sliced oven-roasted turkey breast, smothered in a delicious homemade gravy… now that’s what I call comfort food. Ready to eat in just 15 minutes, it makes for an awesome weeknight dinner, when time is tight!

Ingredients:
3 teaspoons roasted chicken base, Bouillon granules (regular or low-sodium)
3 cups water
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pound deli-sliced oven-roasted turkey breast, cut into large pieces (I usually quarter mine)
salt and pepper, to taste
8 slices white bread, toasted if you prefer
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:
In a large measuring cup or a bowl, whisk together the roasted chicken base and water until well-combined; set aside.
In a medium saucepan (I use a 3-quart pot), melt the butter over medium-low heat.
When the butter has completely melted, add the flour. Whisk to combine and cook, stirring constantly, for one minute (this will cook out the raw flour taste).
Slowly add the roasted chicken base mixture to the pot while whisking constantly; whisk until smooth.
Increase the heat and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the gravy has thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the turkey and stir to combine, breaking up any clumps of meat. Continue simmering over low heat just until the turkey is heated through. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
For each serving, place 2 slices of bread on a plate and top with one-fourth of the turkey and gravy (there should be plenty of gravy to top some fries or mashed potatoes if you are serving them). Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

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