Recipe: Cheesy Grilled Granny Smith Sandwiches

You might not think of the grill when you're making a sandwich, but why not? Similar to a panini, but with that great, grilled flavor, grilled sandwiches are a great way to put a new and tasty twist on an old classic. Give this simple, delicious recipe a try the next time you're looking for something a little different for lunch!

Cheesy Grilled Granny Smith Sandwiches
(Serves 2.)

Ingredients: 

A Granny Smith apple (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

4 slices whole-grain bread
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon or Spicy Brown mustard
2 oz cheddar cheese, finely grated and divided
1/2 medium Granny Smith apple, cored, halved, and sliced lengthwise in thin strips

Directions:

• Preheat grill or griddle to temperature.
• Lay out the 4 slices of bread. Lightly brush one side of each piece of bread with oil.
• Flip 2 pieces of bread over and spread evenly with mustard. 
• Sprinkle half the cheddar cheese on both slices covered with mustard. 
• Place a layer of apples evenly over the cheese, then top with remaining cheese.
• Top each with other half of bread, oiled-side-up, to make 2 sandwiches.
• Cook sandwiches over medium heat on grill or in a cast iron skillet until light golden brown on bottom. 
• Flip with a spatula and continue cooking until cheese melts and bread is golden brown on other side. 
• Cut sandwiches in half and serve. Makes two servings.