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Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter

Savory Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter Bliss

Delight in the creamy richness of gouda and sweet apples in this Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Whole Grain Bread Substitute with sourdough or multigrain if desired
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened; choose dairy-free if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage Chopped; use dried sage at one-third the amount as a substitute
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • 1 medium Apple Thinly sliced - e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 4 ounces Gouda Cheese Sliced; other cheeses like fontina or mozzarella can be swapped
  • Turkey Bacon Optional, cooked and crumbled; omit for a vegetarian version
For the Sage Butter
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage Chopped; fresh is recommended

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter with chopped fresh sage, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well blended and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Thinly slice the apple and gouda cheese, aiming for about 1/8 inch thickness.
  3. Spread the sage butter generously on one side of each slice of bread. Layer the gouda cheese, followed by apple slices, and optional turkey bacon. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, pressing gently to ensure even browning. Flip once golden brown.
  5. Remove sandwiches once both sides are golden brown and cheese is melted. Let rest for 1 minute before slicing in half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers tightly wrapped for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked sandwiches individually for up to 1 month.

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