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Cranberry Grilled Cheese

By Dawn PerryPhotography by Danny Kim
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Danny Kim

“A tart twist on the crisp, comfort-food classic.” —Dawn Perry, senior food editor

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 2 Servings

Ingredients

½ cup grated mild cheddar
¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cranberries
4 slices sandwich bread
Unsalted butter
Dijon mustard

Preparation

  1. Combine cheddar with cranberries. Spread both sides of 4 slices sandwich bread with butter; spread mustard over 2 slices and top with cheese mixture. Close sandwiches. Heat a dry medium skillet over medium and cook sandwiches, pressing down occasionally, until golden brown and cheese is melted, about 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories (kcal) 372 Fat (g) 24 Saturated Fat (g) 14 Cholesterol (mg) 61 Carbohydrates (g) 25 Dietary Fiber (g) 5 Total Sugars (g) 4 Protein (g) 15 Sodium (mg) 500
TagsSandwichCranberryBerryFruitCheddarCheeseDairyFallQuickEasyVegetarianThanksgivingLunchBon Appétit
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