Classic Apple And Blue Cheese Recipes

GRILLED BLUE CHEESE AND APPLE SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread.
• Melt 2 teaspoons of the remaining butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Place 2 slices of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet, top each slice with about 1/4 cup of blue cheese and several slices of apple, and place another slice of bread on top, buttered side up. Cook until the sandwiches are golden brown on the bottom, then carefully flip the sandwiches over and brown the other side. Transfer the sandwiches to a serving platter. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Slice the sandwiches in half on the diagonal and serve.

CLASSIC APPLE AND BLUE CHEESE

Steps:

• Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
• Add lettuce and remaining ingredients, tossing gently to coat.

APPLE BLUE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• Place the julienned apple into a bowl with the balsamic vinaigrette. Refrigerate for at least one hour to marinate.
• Cook bacon in the microwave or in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Drain, and crumble.
• In a salad bowl, combine the blue cheese, pecans, bacon and romaine lettuce, and toss to blend. When ready to serve, pour the apples and dressing over the top.

WALDORF SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the apples, grapes, celery, raisins and lemon juice., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, blue cheese and sugar. Pour over apple mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Just before serving, sprinkle with walnuts.