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Elevate Your Snack Game with a Classic Combo

When it comes to satisfying snacks, it’s hard to beat the timeless duo of apples and cheese. So, why not take it to the next level by sandwiching them between two slices of artisanal bread and grilling them to perfection?

The Perfect Pairing: Vermont Aged Cheddar and Green Apples

In this mouthwatering combination, the tangy, crumbly texture of Vermont aged cheddar cheese is beautifully balanced by the sweet, crunchy freshness of green apples. The result is a snack that’s both familiar and excitingly new.

Choosing the Right Ingredients

To recreate this gastronomic delight, look for an aged, extra-sharp cheddar cheese that packs a punch. Cabot, a renowned Vermont cheesemaker, offers an exceptional option. Pair it with crisp, tart apple slices, such as Granny Smith, and you’re halfway to snack nirvana.

Grilled Cheese Perfection in Just 15 Minutes

This easy-to-make sandwich requires minimal effort but yields maximum flavor. Simply butter two slices of walnut bread, layer on the cheese and apples, and grill until golden brown. Voilà!

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
• 2 (1/2-inch-thick, 4-1/2-by-2-1/2-inch-long) slices walnut bread
• 1 ounce extra-sharp aged cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
• 3 thin slices crisp, tart apple, such as Granny Smith

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Heat a large frying pan over medium-low heat.
2. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
3. Add one slice of bread, buttered side down, to the pan.
4. Top with half of the cheese, all of the apple slices, and finally the remaining cheese.
5. Close the sandwich with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
6. Cook until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes per side.

The Perfect Beverage Pairing: Joseph Drouhin Chablis

For a truly exceptional snacking experience, pair your grilled cheese with a glass of Joseph Drouhin Chablis from France. This minerally, unoaked Chardonnay boasts apple and pear flavors, along with a crisp, citric bite that beautifully bridges the gap between the sharp cheese and crisp apples.