Best 3 Pumpkin Grilled Cheese Recipes

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Pumpkin grilled cheese is a delicious and unique twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. It's the perfect comfort food for a chilly day, and it's also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a grilled cheese sandwich that's both flavorful and satisfying.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN GRILLED CHEESE



Pumpkin Grilled Cheese image

What to do with that unfinished can of pumpkin puree? Use it as a rich and creamy way to take a grilled cheese from good to gourmet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices country white bread
1/2 cup grated white cheddar
4 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together pumpkin and mustard; season with salt and pepper. Spread 2 slices of bread with pumpkin mixture. Top with cheese and sage. Cover with remaining bread and brush both sides with butter. Cook in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, flipping once, until golden and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes total. Serve, sprinkled with flaky salt.

PUMPKIN BREAD GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



Pumpkin Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwiches image

Fall evenings call for cozy grilled cheese sandwiches. Fancy it up with pumpkin bread and this recipe could be served for lunch with friends!

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Grilled Cheese

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup milk
¾ cup warm water
3 ½ tablespoons honey
1 ½ tablespoons instant yeast
6 ½ cups bread flour
¼ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cornmeal
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, or to taste
2 slices Cheddar cheese
2 slices Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Combine milk, water, honey, and yeast in the bowl of an electric stand mixer. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Pour flour, oil, pumpkin puree, and salt into the mixture. Mix using a dough hook attachment until dough is soft, smooth, and tacky, 2 to 5 minutes. Add more flour or water if needed.
  • Place dough on a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for 3 to 4 minutes. Form into a ball and place into a large, greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 495 degrees F (255 degrees C). Place a large, cast iron Dutch oven into the oven to preheat.
  • Divide dough into 2 balls and flour lightly. Place 1 ball back into the greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and save in the refrigerator for a later time.
  • Place remaining ball onto parchment paper that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes. Dust with flour and score.
  • Remove the preheated Dutch oven carefully from the oven and uncover. Lift parchment paper with dough and place into the Dutch oven. Trim any parchment paper that extends beyond the top. Cover carefully with the hot lid.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove lid and continue baking until golden, about 40 minutes more.
  • Remove from the oven and lift out bread carefully using the parchment paper. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Make grilled cheese sandwiches once the loaf has cooled enough to slice. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread mayonnaise over one side of each bread slice. Place bread mayonnaise-side down into the skillet. Spread Dijon mustard on the other side. Top with Cheddar cheese and Gruyere cheese slices. Cook for 2 minutes; sandwich both halves together. Cook until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.2 calories, Carbohydrate 81.6 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 707.1 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

GRILLED PUMPKIN WITH ROSEMARY AND SEA SALT



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During grilling, the sugars in the pumpkin caramelize. Per chef Duke: The combination of sweet and salty, coupled with crisp rosemary, will give you a different way of thinking about pumpkin. I'm estimating amounts; just season to taste. Based on recipe published on MotherEarthNews.com by Deanna Duke.

Provided by treehuggingmom

Categories     Pumpkin

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 small sugar pumpkin, washed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high.
  • Cut the pumpkins vertically into 3/4 inch slices. Remove the seeds and stringy parts. Brush both sides of each slice liberally with olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and rosemary.
  • Place the slices on the grill for about 5 minutes a side or until dark grill marks appear. Turn and grill the other side until you can easily pierce the pumpkin slice with a fork. Make sure that the pumpkin is tender.
  • Since some of the salt tends to fall off during the grilling process, serve with a small dish of additional sea salt.

Tips for the Perfect Pumpkin Grilled Cheese Sandwich:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh pumpkin purée, sharp cheddar cheese, and thick-sliced bread.
  • Season the Pumpkin Purée: Add a dash of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon to the pumpkin purée for extra flavor.
  • Use a Sturdy Bread: Choose a thick-sliced, sturdy bread that can hold up to the melted cheese and pumpkin purée.
  • Butter the Bread Liberally: Generously butter both sides of the bread to ensure a golden brown, crispy crust.
  • Cook Low and Slow: Cook the sandwich over low heat so that the cheese has time to melt and the bread has time to toast evenly.
  • Add Additional Toppings: Feel free to add additional toppings to your grilled cheese, such as bacon, sliced turkey, or fresh greens.

Conclusion:

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy the delicious combination of pumpkin and cheese in a grilled sandwich. Experiment with different types of bread, cheese, and toppings to find your perfect combination. With its warm, comforting flavors, the pumpkin grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect meal for a chilly day or a cozy night in. .

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