Grilled Cheese with Onion Jam, Taleggio, and Escarole

Health score
9%
Grilled Cheese with Onion Jam, Taleggio, and Escarole
15 min.
2
602kcal

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Indulge in a gourmet twist on a classic favorite with our Grilled Cheese with Onion Jam, Taleggio, and Escarole. This delightful sandwich combines the rich, creamy texture of Taleggio cheese with the sweet and savory notes of onion jam, creating a flavor explosion that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of escarole not only adds a refreshing crunch but also elevates the dish with its slightly bitter undertones, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the jam.

Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. The golden-brown, crispy sourdough bread serves as the ideal vessel for this melty masterpiece, making each bite a delightful experience. With a caloric breakdown that includes a hearty dose of protein and healthy fats, this grilled cheese is not just a comfort food; it's a meal that nourishes and satisfies.

Whether you're a busy professional looking for a quick meal or a cooking enthusiast eager to impress at your next gathering, this Grilled Cheese with Onion Jam, Taleggio, and Escarole is sure to become a favorite. So gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to enjoy a sandwich that redefines what grilled cheese can be!

Ingredients

  • cups endive 
  • 1.5 tablespoons let set min. spread 
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • inch sourdough bread (from a 9- to 10-inch round)
  • 12 ounces taleggio cheese italian chilled sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Brush 1 side of bread slices with oil and arrange, oil sides down, on a work surface.
  2. Spread jam on 2 slices of bread and divide cheese between remaining 2 slices. Mound escarole on top of cheese and season with salt and pepper, then assemble sandwiches.
  3. Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet (not nonstick) over medium-low heat until hot. Cook sandwiches, turning once and pressing with a spatula to compact, until bread is golden-brown and cheese is melted, 6 to 8 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts

Calories602kcal
Protein20.13%
Fat73.3%
Carbs6.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
90.25
Glycemic Load
4.99
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.011304596196%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
5.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:601.8kcal
30.09%
Fat:50.69g
77.99%
Saturated Fat:31.52g
197.01%
Carbohydrates:10.23g
3.41%
Net Carbohydrates:8.51g
3.09%
Sugar:5.33g
5.93%
Cholesterol:134.38mg
44.79%
Sodium:2035.26mg
88.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.32g
62.64%
Vitamin K:120.33µg
114.6%
Calcium:948.03mg
94.8%
Vitamin A:4400.39IU
88.01%
Folate:75.28µg
18.82%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.38%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.27%
Fiber:1.72g
6.89%
Vitamin C:4.17mg
5.06%
Potassium:168.14mg
4.8%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.61%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.98%
Iron:0.61mg
3.39%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.31%
Copper:0.06mg
3.19%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.85%
Magnesium:8.73mg
2.18%
Phosphorus:18.66mg
1.87%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.63%
Selenium:1.04µg
1.48%
Source:Epicurious