The Perfect Gourmet Grilled Cheeses

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread is more nutritious.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

Preheat a skillet over medium heat.

Butter one side of each slice of bread.

Layer Cheddar cheese, Havarti cheese, Applewood smoked cheddar cheese, bacon, sliced Granny Smith apple, garlic powder, sliced jalapeno, and shallot on one slice of bread.

Cover with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.

Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Flip the sandwich carefully and cook the other side until golden and cheese is melted.

Remove from skillet and let cool slightly before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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