Grilled Brie and Pear Sandwich

Grilled Brie and Pear Sandwich

This grilled Brie and pear sandwich is dedicated to National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, which happens every April 12, thanks mostly to bored food bloggers and cheese-industry marketing cartels. I’m looking at you, Wisconsin.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Yield:
1 sandwich
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 thick slices French bread
  • 6 thin slices Brie cheese, or more to taste
  • 12 fresh thyme leaves, or to taste
  • 1 pinch cracked black pepper
  • 6 slices pear (such as Bosc)
  • salt to taste

Directions

Step 1
Generously butter one side of each slice of bread.

Step 2
Heat a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
Place bread slices butter-side down into hot skillet. Arrange Brie cheese slices on top of each piece of bread. Sprinkle thyme and cracked black pepper over the top.

Step 4
Spread pear slices in a single layer over the Brie cheese on one slice of bread and top with a pinch of salt.

Step 5
Flip the slice of bread without pears onto the slice of bread with the pear slices. Continue cooking sandwich until cheese and pear are heated through and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cut into halves.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

670
Calories
41g
Fat
57g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 670
% Daily Value *
Total Fat41g 53%
Saturated Fat26g 128%
Cholesterol121mg 40%
Sodium998mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate57g 21%
Dietary Fiber6g 23%
Total Sugars10g
Protein22g
Vitamin C23mg 116%
Calcium209mg 16%
Iron5mg 30%
Potassium375mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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