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Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Arugula & Tomato Jam

When I spotted the Sweet & Savory Tomato Spread (jam, really) in the new items section at Trader Joe’s I had one immediate thought: Grilled Cheese Sandwich. So that’s just what I did.

This grilled cheese sandwich hits both the sweet and savory marks with all the gooey melty cheese and buttery bread you crave in a perfect grilled cheese sandwich. The arugula adds a gorgeous peppery kick while the zesty mustard offsets the sweetness of the tomato jam. Perfectly balanced and ready in minutes; is it lunchtime yet? 

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Servings

2

Ready In:

10 Min

Good For:

Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices multigrain bread (like Dave’s Killer Bread)
  • 3-4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or Gouda works well too)
  • 2 tablespoons Trader Joe’s Tomato Spread
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 2 small handfuls arugula
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Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Spread tomato jam onto one side of each of two slices of bread. Spread mustard onto one side of the other two slices.

Step 2

 Layer the cheese slices and arugula onto the slice of bread with tomato jam and top with the mustard slice.

Step 3

Add half the butter to a large skillet and heat over medium-low heat until butter is mostly melted. Add the sandwiches to the pan and use a spatula to move them around and ensure even distribution of butter.

Step 4

When the first side is browned add the remaining butter, flip grilled cheese sandwiches, and continue cooking until the cheese is fully melted and second side is browned. Once browned remove from pan, cut on the diagonal, and serve.

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Grilled Cheese with Arugula & Tomato Jam

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Spotted the new Sweet & Savory Tomato Spread at Trader Joe's but have no idea what to do with it? I got you. Make this healthyish Grilled Cheese sandwich and savor its sweet and savory goodness during a much needed lunch break. ????
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Snack, Weeknight
Servings 2
Calories 535 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 4 slices Multigrain Bread (I use Dave's Killer 21-Whole Grains)
  • 3-4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese (My favorite is the Organic New Zealand White Cheddar from TJ's)
  • 2 tbsp Trader Joe's Tomato Spread
  • 2 tbsp Dijon or Whole Grain Mustard
  • 2 handfuls Arugula

Instructions
 

  • Spread tomato jam onto one side of each of two slices of bread. Spread mustard onto one side of the other two slices.
  • Layer the cheese slices and arugula onto the slice of bread with tomato jam and top with the mustard slice.
  • Add half the butter to a large skillet and heat over medium-low heat until butter is mostly melted. Add the sandwiches to the pan and use a spatula to move them around and ensure even distribution of butter.
  • When the first side is browned add the remaining butter, flip the sandwiches, and continue cooking until the cheese is fully melted and second side is browned. Once browned remove from pan, cut on the diagonal, and serve.

Cook's Notes

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Keyword Comfort, Easy, Fast, Healthy, Vegetarian

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