Bistro Apple Panini

By LJackson

Ingredients

• 12 thick sliced bacon strips, cut in half
• 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
• 1 Tbsp ginger ale
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup apple jelly
• 4 tsp minced fresh tarragon
• 12 slices sourdough bread
• 6 slices Havarti cheese
• 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 3 Tbsp butter, softened

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In a small bowl, toss apple with ginger ale and lemon juice; set aside.

2. Place jelly in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 20-30 seconds or until softened. Stir in tarragon.

3. Spread jelly mixture over six bread slices. Top with cheese, apple and bacon. Spread mustard over remaining bread; place over bacon. Spread the outsides of sandwiches with butter.

4. Cook on a panini maker or indoor grill for 3-4 minutes or until bread is browned and cheese is melted.