Grilled Cheddar Apple And Bacon Panini

Sourdough bread topped with Canadian bacon, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese and apple slices. Grilled and pressed until the cheese has melted.

Ingredients -

8 slices Sourdough Bread
4 tablespoons Dijon Light Mayonnaise
8 ounces Canadian Bacon
8 ounces sliced Cheddar Cheese
1 Gala and/or Granny Smith Apple, cored and thinly sliced

Preparation:

1. Heat grill pan over medium heat.

2. Coat 1 side of 8 bread slices with melted butter.

3. Place 4 bread slices, melted butter side down on work surface.

4. Spread each slices with Dijon mayonnaise, top with ¼ bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and apple slices.

5. Top with remaining bread, melted butter side up.

6. Place sandwiches on grill pan. Top with foil. Place heavy skillet on foil to weigh down.

7. Cook 5 minutes, turning once.

Sandwich Making Tip

Sourdough Bread

Sourdough bread is a great bread for this sandwich. The hard bread holds up well with the toppings.

Sandwich Making Tip

Granny Smith Apple

Try your favorite apple in place of the Granny Smith apple if necessary or desired.