This week my father-in-law brought home about 15 apples from British Columbia. And while I love fresh produce as much as the next guy... I needed to find a way to use all of these apples! Apples and cheddar are such a classic flavor combination, so why not combine them in a sandwich and add a little green? These turned out amazing! Tangy apples, sharp cheddar, and crispy, toasted bread are a great way to start fall. Or if you are avoiding fall....a great way to have every food group in a sandwich?
Cheddar, Apple, & Spinach Grilled Cheese
1 medium apple
1/2 cup grated low fat cheddar cheese
6-7 leaves spinach
1 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoons spicy brown or dijon mustard
1 tablespoon butter
Below is a step-by-step directions in pictures!
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayo and 1 tablespoon or spicy brown (or dijon) mustard on whole wheat bread.
Add 1/2 of your cheese, and spread evenly.
Very thinly slice your apple and layer on bread, slightly overlapping.
Top with a few layers of spinach leaves, and the remaining cheddar cheese.
Top with your other slice of bread and seat aside.
Heat medium pan over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter and spread in the shape of a slice of bread. Place sandwich on the butter and cover pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bread is golden brown. Remove from heat, add remaining butter and replace sandwich on opposite side, cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan and enjoy your taste of fall!
I love how simple this is! I've tried apple + cheese, but never with all the other ingredients!
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I've never tried this combo before; it sounds so interesting!
ReplyDeleteMmm this combination sounds delicious! Thank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI found you while browsing foodgawker.com, and thought I'd add a comment. I've made a similar sandwich without the spinach and I ended up sprinkling a little sugar on the buttered bread. It made a sweet crunchy outside to offset the sourness of the apple and boldness of the cheese. However, I do like your combination as well.
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Love your photos of the sandwich being assembled! Growing up I loved a bagel half with some sliced apple & cheddar cheese open-faced and melted in the toaster oven. YUM on your beautiful looking sandwich :-)
ReplyDeleteingredients are in my fridge... might be making this for dinner :)
ReplyDeleteI had this for lunch today, and I absolutely loved it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThere's a restaurant around here that makes these "artisan grilled cheese" sandwiches - they make one with apple slices, gouda, and bacon - it is DELICIOUS.
ReplyDeleteExcellent grilled cheese! I love unconventionally made grilled cheeses and this one is at the top. Love it.
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We love apples and cheddar too!
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this sounds amazing!! surprisingly i have never tried apples and cheddar..so i cant wait!thanks!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited to try this recipe! I am a vegetarian and it's hard to find recipes that are easy to make and taste great when your in a rush! Thank you for this idea! :)
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to tell you that I tried this recipe today, and it was absolutely delicious! My roommates loved it as well.
ReplyDeleteYUM YUM YUM!!!!! This is SO good! I had it with some soup, and oh my goodness, it was so good.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your sandwich with a combination of apples and spinach - delightful! This can be served as a light meal or snack for the family or when you have guests over. Thank you for sharing this healthy recipe, looking forward to more tasteful dishes from you!
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