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Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini

0 · Sep 17, 2018 · Kiersten · Leave a Comment

Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini | HelloVeggie.co

Tempeh is one of my favorite vegetarian protein sources and tempeh bacon is probably the easiest way to work it into a meal. The slicing and marinating is all done for you, so all you need to do is heat and eat.

Easy!

Of course, you can totally make tempeh bacon at home too, but I’m all about those shortcuts that make getting dinner on the table a little bit less stressful, so I almost always buy the pre-made version from Tofurky. I love crumbling it up and adding it to salads and I often fry up a few strips as an easy protein source to serve with breakfasts. But the best way to use tempeh bacon, in my humble opinion, is to add it to a sandwich.

Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini | HelloVeggie.co

You can’t go wrong with a BLT, but with apple season here, I decided to pair tempeh bacon with maple sautĆ©ed apples, caramelized onions, and cheddar for the ultimate fall panini to serve alongside a creamy butternut soup or kale salad.

If you eat dairy, I recommend a sharp or smoked cheddar for this Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini. On a plant-based diet? Opt for a vegan cheese that melts–Chao is my favorite, but Daiya shreds work well too.

 

Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini | HelloVeggie.coMaple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini | HelloVeggie.co

I try to share simple recipes here on Hello Nest, and I will admit—there are quite a few steps to this one! But trust me when I say it’s worth it. The good news is that if you’re into the meal prep thing, you can prepare the different components of the sandwich in advance so all you have to do is assemble and cook when you’re ready to eat.

Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion and Tempeh Bacon Panini-

Photos by Lindsey Johnson

Maple Apple, Caramelized Onion & Tempeh Bacon Panini

Hello Veggie
Savory tempeh bacon, jammy caramelized onions, and sautƩed maple apples make this panini irresistible.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Course Sandwiches
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 435 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 teaspoons butter or Earth Balance divided
  • 1 medium apple cored and sliced (I like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady)
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 8 slices crusty bread
  • 4 ounces shredded smoked cheddar or meltable vegan cheese
  • 8 slices tempeh bacon
See also
JalapeƱo Cilantro Pesto Rotini with Grape Tomatoes and Sweet Corn

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the onion, salt and pepper. Stir to coat. Slowly caramelize the onion, stirring occasionally, for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown. (See why caramelizing onions for real takes patience!)
  • Once the onions are caramelized, transfer them to a small bowl. Return the skillet to medium heat; melt 2 teaspoons of butter in the skillet and add the apple slices.
  • Cook the apple slices until they're tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the maple syrup and cook for 3-5 minutes more, or until the liquid is absorbed and the apples are just beginning to brown on the edges. Remove from heat.
  • Heat an indoor grill or panini press to medium heat. While the grill is heating up, place 4 pieces of bread on a cutting board. Top the slices with half the cheese, then the caramelized onions, maple apples, bacon, remaining cheese, and remaining bread.
  • Spread the tops of the sandwiches with 1/2 teaspoon of butter. Place the buttered side down onto the panini press or grill, then butter the opposite sides with the remaining butter.
  • Gently press the top of the grill down and grill the sandwiches for about 5 minutes, or until they have nice grill marks and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

To save time, the onions and apples can be made in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 16.6gFat: 19.1gSaturated Fat: 10.3gFiber: 4.5gSugar: 11.7g
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