Mini Smoked Cheddar and Granny Smith Apple Sandwiches With Roast

Melanie B.'s Note:

This is an unusual recipe that I learned by watching the food network (big surprise) but adapted it to my liking. Everyone that has tried this recipe thinks "EEW apples and cheese" but it is a really fabulous combination and ends up being the favorite at my luncheons.

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 loaf sourdough bread (use your favorite bakery and shape)
• 1 granny smith apple , sliced in thin 1/4 inch wedges
• ½ lb cheese , Yellow Smoked Cheddar, thinly sliced
• ½ lb cheese , White Oak Smoked Cheddar, thinly sliced
• ½ cup mayonnaise , store bought & high quality
• 1 red onion , large
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ cup softened butter

Directions:

1. *Cut ends and peel paper off of onion, wrap in foil and place in 350 degree oven to roast for 30 - 40 minutes. Allow to cool.
2. *Place onion, mayo, olive oil, salt & pepper in a food processor and blend until completely smooth.
3. *Slice bread into the desired shape and size. I like to do small 3x3 sandwiches for parties, but you can make them regular full serving size if desired.
4. *Spread mayo on each slice of bread. Add slices of both cheese types and apple to the bread and make a sandwich.
5. *Spread softened butter on outside of sandwich and cook on a grill pan until cheese is melted and outsides are golden brown.
6. *Serve hot or at room temperature.