Begin by prepping the ingredients for your crispy ultimate club sandwich. Rinse the lettuce leaves and pat them dry. Slice the tomatoes thinly, soaking up excess moisture. Lay out your thick-cut bread slices and set aside the turkey, ham, and cheese.

In a skillet over medium heat, add your bacon strips. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease.

In the same skillet, place your slices of thick-cut bread and toast for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Grab one slice of toasted bread as your base. Start layering with crispy bacon, followed by turkey and ham. Add lettuce and sliced tomato, ensuring no sogginess. If using cheese, layer it on, and top with a slice of bread spread with mayonnaise.

Once assembled, slice the sandwich into quarters, serve immediately while warm, and enjoy!