Grilled Almond Butter Cheese Sandwich

(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.

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43 Responses to Grilled Almond Butter Cheese Sandwich

  1. Ashley August 29, 2012 at 8:10 am #
    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!
  2. Wholesome Hedonist August 29, 2012 at 8:15 am #
    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!) www.wholesomehedonist.com
  3. Cindy August 29, 2012 at 8:18 am #
    Yummerzzzzzz! Def. going to try this one!
  4. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough August 29, 2012 at 8:35 am #
    You make a simple sandwich look so purdy! Love the combo of almond butter and cheese (two of the best things in life).
  5. Averie @ Averie Cooks August 29, 2012 at 8:41 am #
    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 :)
  6. Cookbook Queen August 29, 2012 at 8:54 am #
    You crazy kid...now that song will be in my head ALLLLLLLLLL day. And I want one of these sandwiches like, yesterday.
  7. Alyssa | Queen of Quinoa August 29, 2012 at 9:53 am #
    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!
  8. Kare @ Kitchen Treaty August 29, 2012 at 10:02 am #
    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! :)
  9. Sarah @ The Cyclist's Wife August 29, 2012 at 10:27 am #
    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
  10. Christy August 29, 2012 at 10:29 am #
    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. :)
  11. DessertForTwo August 29, 2012 at 11:19 am #
    LOVE this. WANT this. Can't LIIIIIIIVE without this.
  12. Sues August 29, 2012 at 11:27 am #
    Whoa I would never think to do this, but why not; right?? It looks and sounds so good. And your writing is fabulous :)
  13. Katie August 29, 2012 at 12:01 pm #
    almond butter and cheese and apple?! My mind is blown and I love it.
  14. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking August 29, 2012 at 1:25 pm #
    Mmm, a happy and delish marriage of my favorite foods! You're a genius, Bev.
  15. Heather @ Heather's Dish August 29, 2012 at 1:34 pm #
    marry me?
  16. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen August 29, 2012 at 2:30 pm #
    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.
  17. Villy @ For the love of Feeding August 29, 2012 at 2:39 pm #
    I can hear it calling my name..
  18. Nicole August 29, 2012 at 3:46 pm #
    I mean like really, who doesn't love grilled cheese?! This looks so good - and so creative! xo Nicole www.hourglassandbloom.wordpress.com
  19. Cassie August 29, 2012 at 5:29 pm #
    You are the best poet. I love this!
  20. Katie @ Blonde Ambition August 29, 2012 at 6:02 pm #
    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!
  21. Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama August 29, 2012 at 6:11 pm #
    Wow! This looks so good!
  22. Julie @ Table for Two August 29, 2012 at 8:36 pm #
    woah, i love the melty cheese and the sweet apple in this. yum!
  23. Baking Serendipity August 29, 2012 at 8:49 pm #
    I never would have thought to pair almond butter with cheese, but I so want to try this!
  24. Stephie @ Eat Your Heart Out August 29, 2012 at 9:35 pm #
    Can't delete you. Because I'm singing along. Which means I'm just as (almond butter) nutty!
  25. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. August 29, 2012 at 11:42 pm #
    I love this crazy combo! I want!
  26. Laurie {Simply Scratch} August 30, 2012 at 7:13 am #
    Omg HAAAA! Me and grilled cheese are besties... so I KNOW this one and I will get along niiiiicly!
  27. Kelley August 30, 2012 at 9:23 am #
    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!
  28. Megan @ Country Cleaver August 30, 2012 at 12:01 pm #
    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.
  29. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar August 30, 2012 at 2:13 pm #
    This is so fun! Love it!
  30. Aggie August 31, 2012 at 5:28 pm #
    What in the world!?!? I LOVE THIS!!!!!
  31. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen September 1, 2012 at 3:14 pm #
    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!
  32. Cookie and Kate September 5, 2012 at 1:36 pm #
    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!
  33. Lisa | With Style and Grace September 13, 2012 at 2:53 pm #
    Whaaaaa? How did I miss this one?? With my obsession with grilled cheeses, THIS needs to happen.
  34. Arcelia September 14, 2014 at 11:04 pm #
    Thanks for sharing this recipe, i should try it just bought almond butter :D
  35. Lakshi January 18, 2017 at 5:05 am #
    Love it. Was looking for ways to use a jar of almo butter

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