DIRECTIONS

• 1

  For topping, in medium bowl of electric mixer, beat 1/2 cup butter with granulated and 1/2 cup brown sugar on medium speed until well blended. Beat in flour, almonds, vanilla and salt until well combined. Spread in a single layer on a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan. Bake in a preheated 325°F oven 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown. Set aside to cool completely.

• 2

  Meanwhile, for cobbler, melt remaining butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add apples, remaining brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla bean; sauté 2 minutes. Add brandy, lemon juice and peel; cook 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced and apples are tender. Remove from heat; stir in blackberries and bacon.

• 3

  Transfer mixture to a 13x9-inch baking dish; top with cheese. Crumble cooled streusel topping over all. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze if desired.