Grilled Brie Sandwiches With Honey, Pistachio & Kale Pesto Recipe

Name: Grilled Brie Sandwiches With Honey, Pistachio & Kale Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the pesto; 1 cup packed torn kale leaves; 1/4 cup honey; 1/3 cup shelled, roasted pistachios; 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; For the sandwiches; 1/2 cup prepared kale pesto (recipe above); 8 slices high-quality crusty white bread, such as French bread; 4 ounces Brie; 4 tablespoons salted butter, divided

Servings: persons

For the pesto
1 cup packed torn kale leaves
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup shelled, roasted pistachios
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
For the sandwiches
1/2 cup prepared kale pesto (recipe above)
8 slices high-quality crusty white bread, such as French bread
4 ounces Brie
4 tablespoons salted butter, divided

1
Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend very well until smooth. Taste and adjust salt as necessary.
2
Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto on 4 slices of bread; set aside.
3
Slice the Brie and divide it evenly among the remaining 4 slices of bread.
4
Put the pesto-covered bread, pesto side down, on each Brie-covered slice of bread.
5
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter in it. Add the sandwiches to the skillet.
6
Cook the sandwiches until golden brown on one side, about 3 to 4 minutes.
7
When ready to flip the sandwiches, transfer them to a plate and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet.
8
Once the butter is melted, add the sandwiches back to the skillet with the un-grilled side facing down. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is crisp and golden brown on each side.
9
Remove from the skillet, cut each sandwich in half, and serve immediately.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the pesto, 1 cup packed torn kale leaves, 1/4 cup honey, 1/3 cup shelled, roasted pistachios, and more.

Yes, Grilled Brie Sandwiches With Honey, Pistachio & Kale Pesto falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Brie Sandwiches With Honey, Pistachio & Kale Pesto

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