Cast Iron Turkey, Apple & Bacon Panini
Smoky turkey, crisp bacon, tart apples, and melting Swiss cheese pressed between golden, buttery bread for a melty, satisfying panini, all cooked over a campfire in a cast iron skillet.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 8 slices rustic bread
- 3 tbsp butter softened
- 8 slices deli turkey breast
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices bacon cooked crisp
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Spread Dijon on the other side of four slices. Layer turkey, Swiss cheese, bacon, and apple slices on top. Top with remaining bread, buttered side out.
- Heat cast iron skillet over medium campfire heat. Place sandwiches in skillet and press with a spatula or another skillet.
- Cook 4–5 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese melts. Rotate for even toasting.
- If needed, tent with foil to help cheese melt.
- Slice panini and serve hot.
Notes
Cook bacon beforehand or on a campfire skillet before assembling sandwiches. Wrap pressed sandwiches in foil to keep them warm while others cook. Press with a second skillet or heavy lid for the best crunch.