Ingredients

  • 2 Granny Smith apples
  • 2 Golden Delicious apples
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 md. red onion, chopped in 1/8-inch dice
  • 2 tbsp. poppy seeds
  • 2 oz. grappa
  • 4 thick slices country-style bread
  • 4 thin slices fontina cheese

Method

  • Peel, core and cube apples into 1/4-inch dice.
  • In a 12-inch to 14-inch saute pan, heat butter until foam subsides.
  • Add onions and cook until soft and golden-brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add apples and poppy seeds and cook until edges are softened, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add grappa and lower heat.
  • Meanwhile, grill bread on both sides and place on platter.
  • Place a cheese slice on each piece of bread.
  • Spoon apples over and serve.