Honey Walnut-Crusted Aged Cheddar Panini…and Scenes from Seattle

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Honey Walnut-Crusted Aged Cheddar Panini…and Scenes from Seattle
20 min.
4
619kcal

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Craving a gourmet sandwich that's ready in a flash? Look no further! This Honey Walnut-Crusted Aged Cheddar Panini isn't just a meal; it's an experience. Imagine sinking your teeth into perfectly toasted, rustic white bread, its surface glistening with a sweet and savory honey-walnut crust. Inside, sharp, aged cheddar melts into a gooey, irresistible river of flavor.

This recipe is inspired by my recent trip to Seattle, where I discovered the magic of combining simple, high-quality ingredients to create culinary masterpieces. Picture yourself enjoying this panini with a stunning view of the Puget Sound, or maybe that's just me daydreaming!

What sets this panini apart is the delicate balance of textures and tastes. The crunch of the walnuts, the sweetness of the honey, and the pungent bite of the aged cheddar create a symphony on your palate. It's surprisingly satisfying and hearty enough for a main course, yet light enough to enjoy for lunch. Plus, it's vegetarian-friendly, making it a versatile option for everyone at the table. Get ready to elevate your panini game!

With just a handful of ingredients and a grill, you can transform ordinary bread and cheese into a culinary delight that will impress your friends and family. This Honey Walnut-Crusted Aged Cheddar Panini will be ready in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter room temperature
  • tablespoon honey 
  • slices rustic bread white
  • 0.5 pound sharp aged cheddar thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup walnuts shelled finely chopped

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Spread a layer of Honey Walnut Butter on two slices of bread. Flip over one slice of bread and top it with 1/4 of the cheese. Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread, butter side up.Grill the panini, two at a time, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, 4 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories619kcal
Protein11.29%
Fat71.1%
Carbs17.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.32
Glycemic Load
2.74
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.855217318172%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:618.7kcal
30.93%
Fat:49.52g
76.18%
Saturated Fat:26.21g
163.82%
Carbohydrates:27.6g
9.2%
Net Carbohydrates:25.7g
9.35%
Sugar:17.06g
18.95%
Cholesterol:86.8mg
28.93%
Sodium:609.59mg
26.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.7g
35.39%
Calcium:411.7mg
41.17%
Phosphorus:303.35mg
30.34%
Selenium:16.59µg
23.69%
Vitamin A:919.45IU
18.39%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.87%
Zinc:2.41mg
16.07%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.98%
Folate:44.8µg
11.2%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.41%
Vitamin B3:1.92mg
9.62%
Magnesium:34.05mg
8.51%
Fiber:1.9g
7.6%
Copper:0.14mg
6.84%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.54%
Iron:1.17mg
6.49%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.34%
Potassium:168.8mg
4.82%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.95%
Vitamin K:2.54µg
2.42%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%