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Apple & Cheddar Grilled Cheese

Savory Apple & Cheddar Grilled Cheese for Cozy Nights

This Apple & Cheddar Grilled Cheese features tangy apples paired with creamy cheddar, making it an irresistible comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Whole Wheat Bread or gluten-free bread
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Butter homemade or store-bought
  • 0.5 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Sage or dry rubbed sage
  • 4 ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese or white cheddar
  • 1 Firm Tart Apple (e.g., Granny Smith) Fuji or Honeycrisp are great alternatives
  • 4 slices Good-quality Deli Turkey Meat or chicken, omit for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon Light Butter Spread or regular butter
For Serving
  • 1 cup Simple Side Salad fresh accompaniment
  • 1 cup Roasted Vegetables hearty dinner option

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • panini press

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat or preheat a panini press to medium-high.
  2. Spread apple butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Assemble the sandwich by layering sage, cheddar, apple slices, and turkey on one slice and covering with the other.
  4. Spread a light layer of butter on the outer sides of the sandwich.
  5. Grill the sandwich for 2-4 minutes per side until golden-brown and the cheese is melted.
  6. Slice the sandwich in half after letting it cool for a minute, then serve hot with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Cooking on low heat prevents burning and ensures cheese melts thoroughly.

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