Grilled cheese sandwiches have been a classic comfort food for generations, but a grilled cheddar and apple butter sandwich takes this classic to a whole new level. The combination of sharp cheddar cheese, sweet apple butter, and golden-brown grilled bread creates a flavor explosion that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a delightful snack, this sandwich is sure to satisfy your cravings.
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CHEDDAR AND APPLE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
The classic combination of tart apples and savory Cheddar transform a basic grilled cheese into a sophisticated sandwich.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put 2 slices of bread on a cutting board or work surface. Top each with two slices of cheese, the apple slices, a third slice of cheese and another piece of bread. Press down lightly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sandwiches and cook until the bread toasts and the cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip with a spatula and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the pan. Cook until the other side is toasted and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more, adjusting the heat as needed to keep the bread from burning before the cheese melts.?
GRILLED CHEDDAR AND APPLE BUTTER SANDWICH
This is an adopted recipe that I found to be a nice twist on the traditional grilled cheese. The original chef's comments are as follows: "For some reason, I put a jar of apple butter in my grocery cart today (childhood nostalgia?)...I can't imagine I'm the only one in the world to come up with this, but I dreamt it up today, and I didn't see it on Zaar...so here it is! My 13-month-old daughter ate it right up and literally screamed for more! I used mild Tillamook cheddar cheese, but I think a sharp white cheddar would be amazing, too. Take care to toast it *s l o w l y* neglected (burnt) grilled sandwiches that are "scraped off" and presented scraped-side-down on the plate, are a dirty trick IMHO."
Provided by Ms B.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- The sandwich is assembled in a cold, non stick skillet.
- Butter one side of first slice of bread and place butter-side-down in skillet.
- Place one slice of cheese on bread, then 1 Tablespoon apple butter in the center of the cheese.
- Top apple butter with second slice of cheese.
- Butter one side of second piece of bread and place butter-side-up on last slice of cheese.
- Turn on heat to medium/low heat.
- Toast each side*s l o w l y* and carefully to achieve a gooey inside and toasty-golden outside.
- Eat and repeat!
GRILLED CHEDDAR CHEESE SANDWICH
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Mix the butter, mayo and smoked paprika in a small bowl until well combined. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Lightly butter one side of each of the bread slices with the mayo mixture. Add the cream cheese to the remaining mayo mixture and mix well to combine. Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on the other side of each of the bread slices.
- Distribute the Cheddar on the cream cheese-side of 4 of the bread slices. Place the remaining 4 bread slices on top. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip the sandwiches and place a heavy-bottomed skillet on top of the sandwiches and cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 4 minutes.
GRILLED CHEESE WITH APPLES AND APPLE BUTTER
If Cheddar on a slice of apple pie sounds good to you, you will love this twist on a grilled cheese sandwich, which marries salty and sweet elements between two caramelized pieces of buttery bread. Look for dark apple butter, with no added sugar, since it will have the richest flavor. Unlike most grilled cheese recipes, which call for building the sandwiches, cooking them on one side, then flipping, this one calls for cooking the sandwiches open-faced, then assembling them.The cheese melts more quickly and reliably if cooked this way. Depending on the size of your bread slices and your skillet, you may be able to cook two sandwiches at a time. You could also have two pans going, or just serve them as they are finished. To serve all four at once, just transfer the cooked sandwiches to a baking sheet in a 200-degree oven while you crisp up the remaining sandwiches on the stovetop.
Provided by Susan Spungen
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, sandwiches, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large, 12-inch skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon butter, then add apples, shallots, rosemary and a pinch of salt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until apples are golden and softened, 8 to 10 minutes, reducing the heat if shallots threaten to burn. Transfer mixture to a plate; set aside.
- Rinse and dry the pan, and set over medium heat. Melt 1 tablespoon butter (2 tablespoons if you're cooking two sandwiches at a time). Spread one side of each bread slice with 1 tablespoon apple butter (this will be the inside of the sandwich). With the apple butter-side facing up, top four of the bread slices with 1 ounce Cheddar each; divide the apple mixture among the remaining four slices of bread. (Don't assemble the sandwiches yet: The topped slices are first cooked, then combined.)
- Add one Cheddar-topped piece and one apple-topped piece to the pan (two of each if your pan can accommodate it), drizzle 2 teaspoons of water in the pan, and cover. Cook until cheese is melted and bread is golden and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat if bread is browning too fast. Sandwich the two pieces together, cut in half, and serve immediately. Repeat with remaining ingredients, adding more butter to then pan if necessary.
APPLE-WHITE CHEDDAR GRILLED CHEESE
On rainy days when we need comfort food in a hurry, I toast sandwiches of cinnamon-raisin bread with white cheddar, apple and red onion. They also are totally tasty made with vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter! -Kathy Patalsky, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Layer each of 2 bread slices with 1 slice cheese. Top with apple and onion. If desired, sprinkle with pepper flakes. Top with the remaining cheese and bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., In a large skillet, toast sandwiches over medium-low heat 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
GRILLED HAM, CHEESE AND APPLE SANDWICHES
Crisp, cheesy skillet sandwiches ready in 20 minutes! Wrap the bread with ham or turkey, apple, arugula layered with cheese slices. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and garlic. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter; spread mayonnaise mixture on unbuttered side. On each of 4 bread slices, buttered sides down, layer ham, apple, arugula, onion, cheese and remaining bread slices, buttered sides up.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes. Place sandwiches in hot skillet; cook uncovered 6 to 9 minutes, turning once, until bread is crisp and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
GRILLED APPLE AND SWISS CHEESE SANDWICH
My mother taught me this recipe, and it has become one of my favorite quick meals. I find that Granny Smith apples work best, as well as a crunchy seed bread.
Provided by Nikkiling
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Grilled Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush one side of each slice of bread with the olive oil. Place 1 slice of bread, olive oil side down into the skillet, and arrange the apple slices evenly over the top. Sprinkle the Swiss cheese over the apple, then top with the remaining slice of bread, olive oil-side up. Cook until the bread is golden brown, then flip the sandwich over, and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese has melted, 1 to 2 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 338 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a sharp cheddar cheese that has been aged for at least 6 months.
- If you don't have apple butter, you can substitute another type of fruit spread, such as cranberry sauce or fig jam.
- To make the sandwich more decadent, add a slice of bacon or ham.
- If you're making the sandwich ahead of time, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- When you're ready to serve, preheat your grill or panini press to medium heat and cook the sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
Conclusion:
The grilled cheddar and apple butter sandwich is a simple but delicious sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover cheddar cheese and apple butter. The combination of sharp cheddar cheese, sweet apple butter, and toasted bread is irresistible. Whether you make it for yourself or for a crowd, this sandwich is sure to be a hit.
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