Autumn Delight Apple and Cranberry Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This grilled cheese sandwich combines the flavors of sharp cheddar, creamy brie, tart apples, and sweet cranberry sauce, making it a perfect autumn treat. It's warm, gooey, and packed with seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick slices of sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- ½ cup brie cheese sliced
- 1 small apple cored and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cranberry sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side down and sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese on the unbuttered side.
- Add brie cheese slices on top of the cheddar.
- Arrange apple slices over the brie and spread cranberry sauce on top.
- Sprinkle thyme leaves, salt, and pepper over the cranberry sauce.
- Add the remaining cheddar cheese on top and place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the sandwich and grill for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.
Notes
For a gourmet touch, serve with extra cranberry sauce for dipping.