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Last updated on June 11, 2018. Originally posted on August 9, 2013 By Maryea / 2 Comments

Cheddar and smoky cherry panini

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I don’t generally eat too many paninis in the summer months.  Something about a hot sandwich when it’s hot outside doesn’t usually appeal to me.

This panini, however, is a summer panini if there ever was one.  Made with fresh seasonal cherries, this panini has summer written all over it.  I had no problem plugging in the panini press for this one.

No panini press?  No problem.  Make yours like you would a traditional grilled cheese.

Either way, you definitely want to make this sandwich.  Roasted, smoky cherries are paired with sharp cheddar and let me tell you, those flavors work well together.  Don’t skip the smoked paprika.  If you don’t have it, it’s worth picking up at the grocery store. It lends the smoky flavor to the cherry spread and balances the sweetness.

Hungry yet?  Let’s do this.

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Cheddar and smoky cherry panini


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  • Author: Healthy Happy Mama
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
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Description

Sharp cheddar cheese and a roasted, smoky cherry spread come together to make a delicious grown-up grilled cheese. The roasted smoky cherry spread adapted from Eating Well.

 


Ingredients

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for the roasted smoky cherry spread

  • 4 cups halved pitted fresh cherries*
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

for each panini

  • 2 slices sourdough or your favorite hearty whole grain bread
  • 2 slices medium to thickly sliced sharp cheddar cheese
  • ~1/4 of the smoky cherry spread

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.  Combine all ingredients in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.  Roast, stirring 3-4 times, until the cherries are starting to break down and the liquid has slightly thickened, 35-45 minutes.  Stir the mixture well, and use the back of a wooden spoon to help the cherries break down more.

Preheat your panini press.  Spread the bread with the cherry mixture.  Top with the sliced cheese.  Press the sandwich in the panini grill until it is golden brown and the cheese is melted.  Enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 406
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 710mg
  • Fat: 7.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 70.3g
  • Protein: 15g

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This could be my new favorite panini.  Do you enjoy fruit and cheese together? What’s your favorite combination for a panini?  

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  1. Connie M says

    August 11, 2013 at 10:24 pm

    I love grilled balsamic onions with rosemary and thyme, “sandwiched” with crisp apples and cheddar cheese – taste is divine!

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    • Maryea says

      August 14, 2013 at 7:34 pm

      Wow–that sounds incredible!

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