Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Time to Table: < 30 minutes

Contains: wheat, dairy

Servings: 4

Quick Weeknight Meal

Enjoy a flavorful twist on a classic recipe! Apples add a pop of sweetness and crunch to creamy, melted cheese and toasty bread. Grilled cheese is a year-round family favorite that pairs well with vegetables, warm soup or crisp salad. Try new flavor combinations with different cheese and apple varieties – the possibilities are endless!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Serving Size: 1 sandwich

Calories: 390

Protein: 15g

Carbohydrate: 34g

Fat: 21g

Sodium: 602mg

Fiber: 4.3g

Calcium: 353mg

Iron: 2.4mg

Ingredients

1 large apple, any variety, thinly sliced
8 slices of whole wheat bread
8 slices of cheese, any variety
2 tablespoons butter, divided

Preparation

1 Build sandwiches by placing four slices of bread on a cutting board or plate. Top each piece of bread with one slice of cheese. Add an even layer of sliced apples to each sandwich, then top with a second piece of cheese and remaining bread.

2 In a griddle or large skillet, melt ½ tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

3 Add two sandwiches to the skillet, pressing down slightly with a spatula. Cook for 4-6 minutes until the cheese begins to melt and the bottoms of the sandwiches become golden brown.

4 Add ½ tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, carefully flip the sandwiches using a large spatula.

5 Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. Remove from the stove and cool slightly before serving.

6 Repeat steps 2-6 for the remaining sandwiches.

Recipe Tips

Explore a variety of flavors by trying different apple and cheese combinations and additional toppings, such as:

Cheddar cheese and Granny Smith apples
Swiss cheese, Fuji apples, and bacon
Mozzarella cheese, Gala apple,s and arugula
Monterey Jack cheese, Granny Smith apple,s and spinach

Grilled cheese is a great finger food for the whole family. When serving young children, be sure the apples are sliced thin to avoid choking risks. Try cutting sandwiches into smaller pieces that are easy to hold.

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