Cranberry & Brie Grilled Cheese
A cozy, gourmet grilled cheese made with creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and optional pecans or herbs perfect for a quick lunch or indulgent snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches
- Category: Lunch, Snack
- Method: Grilling (Skillet)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 slices of bread
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 ounces Brie cheese, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer Brie cheese evenly.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the Brie.
- Sprinkle with pecans and fresh herbs, if using.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Use sourdough, artisan, or cranberry-pecan bread for extra flavor.
Room-temperature Brie slices more easily and melts faster.
A panini press or oven method works well for even toasting.
Pair with tomato soup, green salad, or fruit for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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