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Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese

Savor the irresistible Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. This delightful sandwich features luscious brie melted between crispy sourdough bread, elevated by a sweet-tart blackberry balsamic reduction. Perfect for cozy lunches or sharing with friends, this recipe transforms every bite into a flavorful experience.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1

Ingredients

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  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 4 oz brie cheese (rind removed if desired)
  • 2 tbsp blackberry balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blackberry balsamic vinegar and fresh blackberries. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened, then set aside.
  2. Spread butter generously on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
  3. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer brie cheese and drizzle with blackberry reduction. Top with the other slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
  4. Grill the sandwich in a preheated skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese melts.
  5. Slice diagonally, drizzle with extra blackberry balsamic reduction, and serve warm.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using goat cheese instead of brie or incorporating fresh spinach. For a spicy kick, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes inside the sandwich before grilling.