Grilled Ham and Cheese
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Grilled Ham and Cheese
Description
This sandwich starts by spreading Brie cheese on one slice of artisan bread followed by layering thinly sliced ham, apple butter, and crisp, thin apple slices, then sharp cheddar cheese. The other bread slice tops the filling. Butter is spread on the outside to facilitate even grilling in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Grilling produces a browned, slightly crisp exterior while melting the cheeses inside. The apple butter and fresh apple slices contribute sweetness and texture contrast to the savory ham and cheeses, creating a balanced flavor profile that is both creamy and fruity.
This sandwich is served hot and cut in half, suitable for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lices artisan bread
- 2 Tablespoons Brie cheese or to taste
- ¼ pounds ham maple or honey - sliced thin
- 2 Tablespoons apple butter
- 1 Gala apple sliced thin (you can use Fuji or Pink Lady apples too
- 2 lices cheddar cheese sharp
- butter for grilling
Instructions
- Spread Brie cheese evenly over one slice of bread. Layer ham, apple butter, apples, and cheddar cheese on that same slice.
- Top with the remaining slice of bread.
- Spread room-temperature butter over the outside of the sandwich.
- Grill in a skillet over medium-low heat as if making a grilled cheese sandwich.
- Slice in half and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1sandwich
Amount Per Serving
Calories 659 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 659kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 159mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 1898mg | 79% |
| Potassium | 425mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 739IU | 15% |
| Calcium | 459mg | 46% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.