Place apple slices in a medium heat-proof bowl; set aside. Stir together water, vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour over apple slices. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine
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Description
Savory, meaty bacon, pickled apple slices and creamy Fontina cheese elevate the classic grilled cheese sandwich to a new level.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 8
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 medium Granny Smith apples, , cored and cut into ¼-in.-thick slices | ||
| ½ c. water | ||
| ½ c. Gustare Vita white wine vinegar | ||
| 2 tsp. Hy-Vee granulated sugar | ||
| 8 slice(s) Hy-Vee sweet smoked thick-sliced bacon | ||
| 8 (1/2-in.) slices Hy-Vee Bakery San Francisco sourdough bread | ||
| 4 tbsp. Gustare Vita olive oil | ||
| 4 tbsp. apple butter | ||
| 8 oz. Hy-Vee Deli thinly sliced Black Forest smoked ham | ||
| 4 slice(s) Hy-Vee sliced sharp Cheddar cheese | ||
| 2 c. shredded Fontina cheese |
Things To Grab
- Medium heatproof bowl
- Small saucepan
- Large nonstick skillet
- Paper towels
- Large rimmed baking pan
- Aluminum foil
Directions
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard bacon drippings; wipe skillet clean.
Heat the same skillet over medium heat. Brush each side of bread with 1/2 Tbsp. oil. Cook bread slices in batches for 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly toasted on both sides, turning halfway through.
Place oven rack 6 in. from heat; preheat broiler to HIGH. Line a large rimmed baking pan with foil.
Place toasted bread slices, in a single layer, in prepared baking pan. Spread apple butter on 4 bread slices; layer with ham, bacon and Cheddar cheese. Drain apple slices; arrange on remaining 4 bread slices and top with Fontina cheese.
Broil topped bread slices for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheeses are melted and begin to bubble. To assemble sandwiches, invert Cheddar-topped bread slices and place on top of Fontina-topped bread slices. Cut each in half to serve.
Nutrition facts
Servings
420 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 910mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 20g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 6%
0%
Calcium 25%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 2%