Apple Brie Grilled Cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the bread
   Spread the outside of each bread slice with softened butter. Flip the slices over and spread Dijon mustard on the inside of two slices.
2. Assemble the sandwiches
   Layer the Brie cheese slices on the mustard side of the bread. Arrange apple slices evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle with thyme leaves, cinnamon, and walnut pieces if using. Drizzle honey over the filling and top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
3. Preheat the pan
   Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. You want the pan hot enough to slowly brown the bread without burning it, allowing time for the cheese to melt completely.
4. Grill the sandwiches
   Place the assembled sandwiches in the preheated pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down occasionally with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is completely melted.
5. Finish and serve
   Remove sandwiches from the pan, and let them rest for 1 minute. Cut diagonally, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and serve immediately while hot and cheese is still gooey.