(to be sung to the theme of the Brady Bunch. ahem.)
Here’s the story of a grilled cheese sandwich.
Who was bored of simply being on her own.
She’d been grilled and grilled and grilled, like the others.
Yet she felt all alone.
Here’s the story, of some almond butter.
And some apple slices, carrot shavings too.
They were three foods, hanging out together.
Blind and without a clue.
Til the one day when miss cheesy met the almond.
And they knew they’d be much than a brunch.
That this food, must be somehow grilled together.
That’s the way it all became my favorite lunch.
My favorite luuuuunch. My favorite luuuunch.
That’s the waaaay, it became my favorite luuuunch.
Please don’t delete me from your life.
Grilled Almond Butter Cheese Sandwich:
(inspired by an old KC favorite sandwich shop back in the day, the Nutty Girl)
What it took for 1:
* 2 slices multi or whole grain bread
* 2 Tbs. almond butter
* 1 carrot, thinly shaven (with a vegetable peeler)
* 1/2 green apple, thinly sliced (with a mandolin)
* 1 thick slice cheddar cheese
* 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil (or butter)
On one slice of bread, spread the almond butter. Top with apple slices, carrots shavings and the cheddar cheese. Press the other slice of bread on top.
Now, you could eat it as is, and it’s fantastic. OR, you could grill it. You should probably grill it.
Heat the oil or butter in a small skillet and grill to perfection. Slice and die.
I’m trying this! Oddly enough about a year ago my boyfriend brought me a plate with cheese and almond butter on it and I looked at him like he was crazzzy – maybe not so nuts after all!
I never would have thought of putting cheese and almond butter together. But your beautiful pics of the apples and shredded carrots have convinced me. I’ll even forgive the cheesy 70′s theme song now running through my head (brilliant way to frame the post, though!)
http://www.wholesomehedonist.com
Yummerzzzzzz! Def. going to try this one!
You make a simple sandwich look so purdy! Love the combo of almond butter and cheese (two of the best things in life).
Bev it looks delish! I bet the layers of flavors are so good in this baby – AB, apple, cheese, mmmm, can you grill me up one now, too
You crazy kid…now that song will be in my head ALLLLLLLLLL day.
And I want one of these sandwiches like, yesterday.
Genius. Can you make me one pleaseee? I love grilled cheese. I love almond butter. I love apples. What a fabulous combo! This is like the perfect snack, dessert, breakfast, lunch, dinner, ever!
What a crazy combination! I’m pretty sure in a good way. Not sure I can quite imagine what it would taste like, yet it’s still a must-try, I’m thinking.
I didn’t even recognize the song at first; just thought it was a cute poem!
Really? Cheese and almond butter? And apples and carrots? I think you’re on to something. We’ll have to try this! BTW, have you tried this almond butter? http://www.amazon.com/Barney-Butter-Smooth-Almond-16-Ounce/dp/B001P22K5U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1346254008&sr=8-3&keywords=almond+butter
You. are. hilarious! I love getting your posts in my inbox. Thanks for the grin and the great lunch idea. Never would have thought of that combo on my own.
LOVE this. WANT this. Can’t LIIIIIIIVE without this.
Whoa I would never think to do this, but why not; right?? It looks and sounds so good. And your writing is fabulous
almond butter and cheese and apple?! My mind is blown and I love it.
Mmm, a happy and delish marriage of my favorite foods! You’re a genius, Bev.
marry me?
I had to read this whole post in my head to the tune of that song. It’s like I physically wasn’t able to read it normally. Love.it.
I can hear it calling my name..
I mean like really, who doesn’t love grilled cheese?! This looks so good – and so creative!
xo
Nicole
http://www.hourglassandbloom.wordpress.com
You are the best poet. I love this!
So. As soon as I realized what song I should be reading (singing) this to the tune of, I went back and re-read it, and decided no grilled cheese can ever be consumed without a song. Ever again. Fantastical!
Wow! This looks so good!
woah, i love the melty cheese and the sweet apple in this. yum!
I never would have thought to pair almond butter with cheese, but I so want to try this!
Can’t delete you. Because I’m singing along. Which means I’m just as (almond butter) nutty!
I love this crazy combo! I want!
Omg HAAAA! Me and grilled cheese are besties… so I KNOW this one and I will get along niiiiicly!
You had me until the carrots. I think. I love an apple with peanut butter and cheddar and this looks so beautiful that I’m gonna give it a go!
I’ve been a peanut butter cheddar freak my whole life. I’m so glad I’m not alone. #solidarity Yes, I just hashtagged a blog comment. Twitter has broken me.
This is so fun! Love it!
What in the world!?!? I LOVE THIS!!!!!
I have to try this. I love almond butter and fruit and well cheese and fruit is perfect together too so why not all together!
Almond butter and cheese and carrots, what?! I like all of these things, just never thought to combine them between two slices of bread. You’re full of good ideas, Bev!
Whaaaaa? How did I miss this one?? With my obsession with grilled cheeses, THIS needs to happen.