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Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Apples, Fig Jam & Boursin
Recipe courtesy of Chef Jeremy Lett
Corporate Executive Chef, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Create the ideal comfort food with this fancy grilled cheese with apple, easy fig jam, arugula and Boursin® Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese spread. This sweet and savory toasted sandwich offers a uniquely satisfying bite—anytime.
Preparation
Equipment:
Small Pot, Food Processor, Nonstick Pan
For the Fig Jam:
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Place the figs, water, sugar, and lemon juice in a small sauce pot and bring to a boil.
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Reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, until figs are softened.
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Allow to cool, then place in a food processor and puree.
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Add black pepper and stir. Cool and store refrigerated.
For the Sandwich:
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Spread the Fig Jam on the bottom of a piece of sourdough bread.
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Top with the apples, then the arugula.
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Spread the Boursin® Cheese on the other piece of bread and top the sandwich.
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Melt the butter in a nonstick sauté pan.
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Place the sandwich in the pan to butter one side, then flip it and cook until the bread is toasted.
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Flip and cook the other side.
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Place on a cutting board and slice diagonally with a bread knife. Serve.
Ingredients
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portions
1
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serving size
1 Sandwich
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day part
Lunch
For Fig Jam:
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6
oz dried mission figs (stem removed, diced)
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1
cup water
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1
cup sugar
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2
tbsp lemon juice
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Pinch black pepper
For Sandwich:
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2
Slices sourdough bread
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2
tbsp fig jam
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5-6
Slices granny smith apple (1/8-in slices)
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1/2
cup arugula
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2 1/2
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1
tbsp unsalted butter
About Chef Jeremy Lett
Jeremy Lett is a Corporate Executive Chef for a multi-concept national restaurant chain. He has professional experience in menu development, culinary innovation, kitchen design, equipment, catering, and food styling. He has a passion for learning about food, teaching others, and food photography.
