The BEST Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich You’ll Ever Make

Experience the BEST Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich with sharp cheddar, creamy camembert, apple, and thyme.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Resting Time 2

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

4 slices Fresh Sourdough Bread Can substitute with any artisan bread.
4 oz Camembert Cheese Brie can be used as a substitute.
4 oz Sharp Aged Cheddar Cheese Medium cheddar can also work.
1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Rosemary can be a substitute.
1 tsp Lemon Zest Use orange zest as an alternative.
1 medium Honeycrisp Apple Fuji or Gala apples can be used.
to taste none Fresh Ground Pepper Adjust to your preference.

Equipment

Non-stick skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Slice four thick pieces of fresh sourdough bread, each about 1/2 inch thick.
On two slices, layer thin slices of camembert cheese, sprinkle with thyme, lemon zest, and fresh pepper.
Thinly slice the honeycrisp apple and arrange over the camembert.
On the remaining two slices, layer sharp aged cheddar cheese.
Close each sandwich with the cheese sides facing each other and press gently.
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and lightly mist with avocado oil spray.
Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts.
Flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
Remove from skillet, let rest for a moment, then slice in half and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, let sandwiches rest before slicing and consider using different cheese varieties for a custom flavor.

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