Description
Sweet meets savory in this gourmet grilled cheese sandwich featuring crisp apples and melted gouda cheese, creating the perfect comforting lunch especially suited for fall.
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 4 slices gouda cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
Optional Add-ons
- Honey, for drizzling
- Dijon mustard, for spreading
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Butter one side of each slice of bread evenly. This buttered side will be the exterior of the sandwich, ensuring a golden, crispy crust when grilled.
- Assemble the sandwich: On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, layer the thinly sliced apple evenly, then add the gouda cheese slices on top. If desired, add a drizzle of honey or a spread of Dijon mustard before closing the sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
- Grill the sandwich: Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, pressing lightly, until the bread is golden brown and toasted, and the gouda cheese has melted beautifully.
Notes
- Add a drizzle of honey or a spread of Dijon mustard inside the sandwich before grilling for added flavor complexity.
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture contrast.
- Grill with a lid on the pan for the last minute if cheese isn’t melting enough.
- Serve immediately while warm and gooey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch / Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
