Ingredients

8 slices country bread or 2 slices hearty raisin-pecan bread , cut 1/2 inch thick
1 tablespoon apricot preserves or 1 tablespoon peach preserves
4 slices brie cheese
8 slices prosciutto or 2 slices deli ham
8 tablespoons blue cheese , crumbled
4 teaspoons butter , melted
1 orange
1 cup madeira wine or 1 cup port wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup lingonberry jelly
1/8 teaspoon black pepper or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
This grilled ham, brie & blue cheese sandwich with lingonberries is the ultimate indulgence for any cheese lover. It's a perfect balance of sweet and salty, with a complex flavor profile that will keep you coming back for more. The tangy lingonberry sauce adds a unique twist to this classic sandwich, taking it to a whole new level of deliciousness. If you're looking for a satisfying lunch or a hearty snack, this sandwich is sure to hit the spot.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Lay out the bread slices on a work surface and spread the apricot preserves on 4 of the slices.
3.Place brie cheese over the apricot preserves and cover with ham slices.
4.Top with blue cheese crumbles and the remaining bread slices to form 4 sandwiches.
5.Brush each sandwich with melted butter.
6.Place each sandwich on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted.
7.While the sandwiches are cooking, in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the juice, wine, lemon juice, and jelly to a boil.
8.Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the mixtures thickens slightly.
9.Remove from the heat and stir in the pepper or ginger.
10.Serve the sandwiches with the lingonberry sauce on the side.

PROS

This sandwich is both sweet and savory, with a perfect balance of flavors that are sure to please.

The combination of brie cheese and blue cheese, paired with the ham and tangy lingonberry sauce, makes for a truly unique and tasty sandwich.

CONS

This sandwich can be a bit messy to eat, with the melted cheese and lingonberry sauce oozing out from between the bread slices.

It may not be the best option for a quick lunch on-the-go.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sandwich may not necessarily be healthy, it does provide some nutritional benefits.
Brie cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, while blue cheese contains gut-healthy probiotics.
Lingonberries are high in antioxidants and have been linked to reducing inflammation and promoting digestive health.

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