Cranberry Brie Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 slices of crusty sourdough bread
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4 tablespoons softened butter
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1/4 cup of cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
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4 oz brie cheese, sliced thin
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
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1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt (if desired)
# Instructions:
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Grab a large cutting board for easy assembly. Take your softened butter and generously spread it on one side of every bread slice. This keeps things tidy and ensures even coverage.
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Turn four slices over so the buttered side faces down. Smear a nice layer of cranberry sauce across each one. Set the other four slices aside—they'll become your sandwich tops.
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Divide your brie and mozzarella evenly among the four cranberry-covered slices, layering them on top. If you're using the flaky salt, sprinkle a little pinch over each. Cap each sandwich with one of the remaining bread slices, butter-side facing up.
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Warm up a large skillet over medium-low heat. Once it's ready, gently place your sandwiches in the pan. Let them cook for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side until the bread turns a beautiful golden brown and the cheese gets all melty. Serve these beauties right away while they're hot.
# Notes:
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Feel free to swap cranberry sauce for sliced fresh apples, pears, or even apple butter for a different sweet twist.
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Want more protein? Toss in some leftover turkey, crispy bacon strips, or thin prosciutto slices.
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Add a handful of fresh arugula, baby kale, or spinach for a pop of green.
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Mix up the cheese game by trying white cheddar, tangy goat cheese, nutty gruyere, or creamy havarti instead.
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No sliced bread? Use flour tortillas or leftover dinner rolls as a fun alternative.