Bistro Apple Panini

By brandyc

Nutrition Facts: 1 panini equals 512 calories, 25 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 62 mg cholesterol, 1,235 mg sodium, 50 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 22 g protein.

1 panini = 14 Points Plus

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 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.

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

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

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