Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter
Savor the exquisite flavors of Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter—a delightful twist on a classic! Try it today for an elevated sandwich experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 medium apple (thinly sliced, e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 ounces Gouda cheese (sliced)
- Optional: crumbled turkey bacon (for added crunch)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter and chopped sage. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Thinly slice the apple.
- Spread the sage-infused butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On two slices (buttered side down), layer Gouda cheese followed by apple slices. If desired, add crumbled turkey bacon.
- Top with remaining bread slices (buttered side up).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg