GRILLED CHEESE, APRICOT AND JALAPENO SANDWICH

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This grown-up grilled cheese recipe hits the spot with sweet and spicy add-ins like apricot jelly and jalapeno peppers. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
4 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced

Steps:

  • Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of each slice of bread. Place bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder., To assemble sandwiches, spread apricot preserve on toasted side of 4 bread slices; add sliced jalapenos. Layer sliced Brie over jalapenos; sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inwards. Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Fat 49g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Malik Nomi
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This sandwich was a great way to spice up my lunch routine. The apricot and jalapeno flavors were a perfect match and the cheese was melted to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hope Biyenga
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I'm not a big fan of grilled cheese sandwiches, but this one was amazing! The apricot and jalapeno flavors were so unique and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mutesi Judith
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This grilled cheese sandwich was a bit too sweet for me, but my kids loved it! They said it was the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less apricot preserves next time.


Jonathan Simpson
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I was skeptical about this sandwich, but I'm so glad I tried it! The apricot and jalapeno flavors were surprisingly delicious together and the cheese was melted to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khalifa Ado
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This grilled cheese sandwich was a great way to use up some leftover jalapenos. The sweet and spicy flavors were a perfect match and the cheese was gooey and melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jgh Ghjj
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I'm not a fan of apricot preserves, but I loved this sandwich! The jalapenos added just the right amount of heat and the cheese was perfectly melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


nasr ansary
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This grilled cheese sandwich was easy to make and so delicious! I love the combination of sweet and spicy and the cheese was melted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Sourov Saha
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This sandwich was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! He said it was the perfect combination of sweet and heat. I'll definitely be making it again, but I'll use less jalapenos next time.


Muganda Fidel
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I was hesitant to try this sandwich because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The apricot and jalapeno flavors were perfectly balanced and the cheese was melted to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Funmilola Kolapo
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This grilled cheese sandwich was a great way to use up some leftover apricot preserves. The sweet and spicy flavors were a perfect match and the cheese was gooey and melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


Armando Rodriguez
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I'm not usually a fan of grilled cheese sandwiches, but this one was amazing! The apricot and jalapeno flavors were so unique and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Okothi Ayomikun
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This sandwich was easy to make and so delicious! I love the combination of sweet and spicy and the cheese was melted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Moses Kargbo
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I made this sandwich for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and it was gone in minutes. I'll definitely be adding this to my recipe rotation.


Yaseen 07
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sandwich turned out amazing! The apricot and jalapeno flavors complemented each other perfectly and the cheese was gooey and melted. It was the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and cheesy.


Agbi Stephen
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This grilled cheese sandwich with apricot and jalapeno was a delightful surprise! The sweet and tangy apricot preserves paired perfectly with the spicy jalapenos, and the melted cheese brought it all together. I'll definitely be making this again!