HAM AND BRIE MELTS

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Melty cheese, ham and apricot preserves offer a special change of pace from the classic grilled cheese. These quick, crispy sandwiches remind me of baked brie. -Bonnie Bahler, Ellington, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

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Ingredients

8 slices multigrain bread
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1/2 pound sliced deli ham
1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, rind removed, sliced
3 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

Spread 4 bread slices with half of the preserves. Layer with ham and cheese. Spread remaining bread with remaining preserves; place over cheese, preserves side down. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, toast sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 1208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.