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Maple Bacon Apple Grilled Cheese

Maple Bacon Apple Grilled Cheese: Your New Breakfast Obsession

Experience the delightful fusion of smoky bacon, tart apples, and melted cheddar with this Maple Bacon Apple Grilled Cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Sourdough Bread Substitute with gluten-free bread if desired.
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Gruyère or smoked gouda can be used instead.
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Applewood Smoked Bacon Turkey bacon is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 medium Granny Smith Apple Pear slices can serve as a milder alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Whole-Grain Mustard Yellow mustard or Dijon can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Rosemary or sage can be alternatives.
  • Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • Sea Salt Season to taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and deep amber, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  2. Sauté thinly sliced Granny Smith apples in the same skillet with bacon fat over medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the maple syrup and mustard, and simmer for another 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Spread butter on one side of each sourdough slice. On the unbuttered side, layer cheese, bacon, and apple mixture, then top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
  4. Grill the sandwich in the skillet over medium-low heat until golden brown and cheese is melting, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Let the sandwich rest for a minute before cutting. Drizzle with maple syrup and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 22gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 960mgPotassium: 440mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal crispiness, consider pre-toasting the sourdough slices lightly before grilling. Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution.

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