Gianna's Grilled Kimcheese

Sometimes you can simply think of kimchi as a pickle. In the same way as a pickle, kimchi's sourness cuts through the fat and elevates the flavor of whatever cheesy fatty food you are eating. Except unlike a pickle, kimchi is packed with so much flavor from the raw garlic, ginger, onion, and red pepper flakes it's made with.

The grilled kimcheese is one of my all time favorite kimchi recipes because it's such a simple and incredible reinvention of an American classic. Take one bite of this sandwich and I guarantee a "Oooooo yeaaa". Plus, whoever said you couldn't make a grilled cheese healthy?? Pshhh. Enjoy! 

Ingredients:
-Kalamata olive bread (or your favorite sourdough) 
-Cheddar cheese (preferably Prairie Breeze)
-1 tbsp butter (I use Arethusa Farm)
-1 tbsp mayo (I use Hampton Creek)
-1 tbsp kimchi
-4-6 thin slices of tart green apple (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat up skillet (medium heat) and add butter.
2. While butter is melting, spread mayo on the outside of the bread slices.
3. Place them mayo side down on the pan and allow them to crisp up.
4. As the bread beings to toast, start piling on the cheese. Put on the lid for a few minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
5. Add kimchi and apple slices (optional) and combine sandwich sides.
6. Place lid back on and allow everything to finish cooking on low for a few more minutes.