Open Faced Braunschweiger Melts

Savor the bold and comforting flavors of Open-Faced Braunschweiger Melts, the perfect quick meal or hearty appetizer for liverwurst lovers. This easy-to-make recipe features slices of buttery, toasted sourdough bread layered with rich, creamy braunschweiger, tangy whole grain mustard, and a generous topping of melty sharp cheddar cheese. Broiled to golden perfection and finished with a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper and optional green onion garnish, these melts offer the ultimate blend of savory and cheesy goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or whenever you’re craving something indulgently delicious yet effortless.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Braunschweiger (liverwurst sausage)
• 4 pieces Sourdough bread slices
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp Whole grain mustard
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and position the rack 4-6 inches from the heat source.

Step 2

Lightly butter one side of each sourdough bread slice and place them butter-side-down on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Spread about 2 oz of braunschweiger evenly over the unbuttered side of each bread slice.

Step 4

Top the braunschweiger with a thin layer of whole grain mustard, spreading evenly over the surface.

Step 5

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over each slice, ensuring full coverage.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, watching closely to avoid burning.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the melts cool for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle each melt with freshly cracked black pepper and garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Step 9

Cut each slice in half and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(529.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1826.7

Total Fat 130.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 636.7mg	0%
Sodium 663241.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 74.8g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 911.0mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 620.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 18.4%