Grilled Cheese with Smoked Pulled Beef!
This recipe combines the rich smokiness of pulled beef with the tangy sweetness of plum jelly for a truly unforgettable grilled cheese. The caramelized onions add depth of flavor, while the Fontina and cheddar cheeses provide a creamy meltiness.
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Ingredients for Smoked Pulled Beef
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless chuck roast | 2.5-3 lb |
| Garlic cloves | Whole |
| Famous Dave’s Seasoning (or preferred beef seasoning) | As needed |
| Beef broth | For injection and slow cooker |
| Cherrywood and hickory chips | For smoking |
| Vidalia onion | 1, sliced |
| Tomato paste | 2 tbsp |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1 tbsp |
Ingredients for Caramelized Onions and Grilled Cheese
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Vidalia onion | 1, sliced |
| Olive oil | As needed |
| Butter | As needed |
| Salt | Pinch |
| Fontina cheese | Grated |
| White cheddar cheese | Grated |
| Sourdough bread | Slices |
| Mayonnaise | As needed |
| Plum preserves | As needed |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Smoked Pulled Beef:
- Make slits in the chuck roast and insert garlic cloves.
- Season with Famous Dave’s or preferred seasoning.
- Inject beef broth into the roast.
- Smoke the roast for 2 hours with cherrywood and hickory chips.
- Transfer to a slow cooker with sliced onion.
- Combine beef broth, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar. Pour over the roast.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until tender.
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Caramelize the Onions:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a pan.
- Add sliced onion and a pinch of salt.
- Cook for 45 minutes or until deep amber, stirring occasionally.
- Deglaze with beef broth.
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Assemble the Grilled Cheese:
- Mix grated Fontina and cheddar cheeses.
- Spread mayonnaise on one side of sourdough bread and plum preserves on the other.
- Layer cheese, pulled beef, and caramelized onions on one slice.
- Top with remaining cheese and the other slice of bread, preserves side down.
- Grill the sandwich in a pan until golden brown on both sides.
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Serve:
- Cut sandwiches in half and serve warm.
- Offer plum jelly for dipping.
