The Fall Fruit That Deserves To Be Nestled In Your Grilled Cheese Sandwich - Tasting Table

"Adding fruits to grilled cheese sandwiches is a chef-approved move, and the fall season offers several ingredients that are ripe with possibility. If you've already mastered an ultimate grilled cheese recipe as your go-to comfort meal, your practiced approach can be elevated with a few slices of pear. Perking up savory, gooey cheese with the subtle sweetness that comes from your different types of pears is a swift move with major results."

"Whether you reach for Bartlett, Anjou, Bosc, or Asian pears, look for pieces that are firm but ripe. Next, you'll match the fruit with your cheese of choice. Camembert can offer savory notes that play well with sweeter slices of pears, while creamy brie and crispy pieces of pears are commonly paired for good reason. Cheddar and gruyere cheeses can also be enhanced with the pear's sweetness, while blue cheeses can bring an extra layer of tang to your fall-inspired sandwich."

Pear slices add subtle sweetness to grilled cheese, enhancing savory, gooey cheeses and offering versatile pairings. Choose firm but ripe Bartlett, Anjou, Bosc, or Asian pears. Pairing options include Camembert with sweeter pears, creamy brie with crisp pear pieces, cheddar or gruyere for a balanced sweet-savory profile, and blue cheese for tangy contrast. Simple sandwiches like brown butter spinach and ricotta benefit from pear slices, while herbs such as rosemary or thyme add earthy freshness. Balsamic or hot honey provide finishing sweetness, and maple-cinnamon candied bacon adds savory crunch. Use hearty bread and coat with butter, mayo, or olive oil; fruit can be grilled before assembling.

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