BACON BRIE GRILLED CHEESE

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Old-school grilled cheese has its place, but my version stacks spinach, apple and Brie on pumpernickel. For a more compact sandwich, press a heavy pan on it while toasting. -George Wilkins, Mays Landing, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh baby spinach
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, cut into 1/8-inch slices
8 slices pumpernickel bread
8 cooked bacon strips
1 medium apple, thinly sliced

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper until blended. Add spinach; toss to coat., Place half of the cheese on four bread slices. Layer with bacon, spinach mixture, apple and remaining cheese. Top with remaining bread; brush outsides of sandwiches with remaining oil., In a large skillet or grill pan, toast sandwiches over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 calories, Fat 39g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.