RECIPE: Big Apple Grilled Cheese

from TODAY Cafe

Big Apple Grilled Cheese Recipe


Serves 1

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices of white bread
  • 2 slices of cheddar cheese
  • 2 slices of Swiss cheese
  • 1 slice of pepper jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon roasted plum tomato
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 4 thin slices of Red Delicious apple

Directions:

  1. Butter two slices of white bread with softened butter
  2. Remove the core of the apple and cut into 4 wedges
  3. Thinly slice one wedge of apple and set aside for later
  4. Place bread butter side down into non-stick fry pan on medium heat
  5. Begin to build the sandwich by laying the pepper jack and Swiss cheese on one slice
  6. Allow the cheese to begin to melt from the heat below
  7. Once the cheese begins to soften, place apples and tomatoes on top of the slice with cheddar
  8. Using a spatula, flip the side with the pepper jack onto the other side and press for one minute
  9. Ensure that both sides are golden brown, remove from pan and place onto cutting board
  10. Cut in half and enjoy the cheesiness!
  11. Serve with your favorite side of fruit, potato salad, or whatever your heart desires

Roasted Plum Tomato Recipe

Yields approximately two cups

Ingredients:

  • 1 plum tomato
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  2. Cut one plum tomato into quarters
  3. Place onto baking tray with parchment paper
  4. Season with salt and pepper and a teaspoon of olive oil
  5. Place into oven at 15 minutes
  6. Remove from oven and allow to cool down
  7. Once cooled, chop tomatoes to desired size
  8. Set aside for later when making your sandwich