Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and savory with this Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese recipe. The tangy blackberry balsamic jam pairs beautifully with creamy brie cheese, all grilled between slices of sourdough bread.
Ingredients
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Blackberry Balsamic Jam:
- 2 cups blackberries
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- kosher salt
Grilled Cheese:
- 300 g double cream brie cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- butter, as needed
Instructions
- Make the Blackberry Balsamic Jam: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Simmer until thickened into jam. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Grilled Cheese: Slice brie cheese and fry bread slices. Top one bread slice with brie and thyme, then add blackberry jam on another slice. Assemble the sandwich and grill until golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Let the sandwiches cool slightly before cutting and serving.
Notes
- For a variation, try adding a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper for a bit of heat.
- Ensure the skillet is not too hot to prevent burning while grilling the sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
