Apple Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam
Even quick and easy lunches can be seasonal and flavorful; the proof is in this Apple Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam! Crusty bread is slathered with fig preserves, then topped with manchego cheese & tart apple slices and grilled to melty perfection!
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 pieces crusty artisan bread I used a Tuscan whole wheat
- ¼ cup fig preserves or jam
- 4 ounces Manchego cheese sliced
- ½ medium Granny Smith apple sliced
- ¼ cup arugula or spinach
Instructions
- Spread 1 tablespoon fig jam on each slice of bread. Divide the cheese and apple slices and arugula between the two of the bread slices, then use the other two bread slices to top and complete the sandwich.
- Heat the panini press or pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the press/pan and swirl until just melted.
- Place sandwiches in the panini press and heat until the outside is crisp and the cheese is melted. (If cooking in a pan, grill for 2-3 minutes per side.)
Notes
*I like my arugula fresh instead of wilted, so I often add it after cooking -- just carefully lift one of the bread slices and stuff in some arugula before serving.