Strawberry Balsamic Brie Grilled Cheese
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 sandwiches
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Calories
447 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Strawberry Balsamic Brie Grilled Cheese
Description
The recipe begins by heating a skillet to medium temperature. Sourdough bread slices are buttered on the outside, then layered on one side with slices of Brie cheese, a spoonful of balsamic roasted strawberries, and freshly chopped basil. The sandwich is closed with the second bread slice, buttered outside.
Grilling the sandwich for about three minutes on each side allows the bread to develop a crisp, golden crust while melting the Brie cheese inside. The balsamic strawberries offer a sweet and tart contrast to the rich, creamy cheese, balanced by the fresh herbal aroma of basil.
Served warm, this sandwich works well as a sophisticated lunch or light dinner. The combination highlights the pairing of fruit with soft cheese and herbaceous notes, all held together by toasted sourdough.
Ingredients
- 4 lices sourdough bread
- butter room temperature, for grilling
- strawberries balsamic roasted
- 6-8 Brie cheese 6 ounces, sliced
- 2-3 tablespoons basil chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Warn skillet on medium heat.
- Butter outside of bread and place on bread slices. On one side layer 3-4 slices of cheese. Top with 2 tablespoons of balsamic strawberry sauce and a tablespoon of basil. Top with the other slice of buttered bread.Cook on each side for about 3 minutes or until golden brown and cheese melts. Repeat with second sandwich. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 447 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 447kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 906mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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