Sanduíche quente de cheddar, bacon, maçã e mel apimentado

Ingredientes

• 1 medium Gala apple, thinly sliced
• 1 Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp dried thyme
• 4 slices bread
• 2 cups organic Sharp or Mild Cheddar, grated or shredded
• 4 strips Candied Bacon, chopped
• 1/4 cup hot honey, store-bought or homemade ((See FAQ/Post for homemade option))
• 4 Tbsps unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Pinch of sea salt

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   --- TO ROAST THE APPLES: ---

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

3. 3

   Add the sliced apples, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with cinnamon, thyme, and nutmeg. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tender and juices begin to bubble outside of skin of the apples have wilted and become golden. Remove from oven and let cool.

4. 4

   --- TO MAKE THE HERB BUTTER: ---

5. 5

   Mix together all ingredients until smooth and soft.

6. 6

   --- ASSEMBLE + COOK: ---

7. 7

   On the outsides of each bread slice, spread a bit of the herb butter so that they become nicely crisp and golden.

8. 8

   On one side of 2 slices of bread, add a spoonful of hot honey spreading evenly until covered followed by a handful of chopped bacon and roasted apples. On the other half of each sandwich (atop remaining 2 slices), add the cheese. Place together one side of bread that has cheese with the other side that has the bacon and apples, pressing them gently together to make a sandwich. Repeat until all sandwiches are made.

9. 9

   In a large skillet (12-inch) over medium-low heat, add two sandwiches (one side down), cooking until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 4-5 minutes. Flip sandwich unto opposite side and cook from another 4-5 minutes. NOTE: I love using a burger or grill press tool to help flatten my grilled cheeses a bit, which also helps the cheese to melt.

10. 10

    Once done, cut in halves (if desired), plate the sandwiches with your favorite side or chips and enjoy.

11. 11

    Bon Appetit!