Truffle Grilled Cheese (Printable)

A luxurious take on the classic sandwich with truffle oil, melted Gruyère cheese, and perfectly golden sourdough bread.

# Ingredient list:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4.2 oz Gruyère cheese, grated or thinly sliced

→ Spreads & Oils

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1-2 teaspoons truffle oil, white or black

→ Seasoning

05 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
06 - Sea salt, pinch, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Lay out the bread slices and spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice.
02 - Flip the bread over and drizzle a few drops of truffle oil on the unbuttered side of two slices. Evenly distribute the grated Gruyère cheese over the truffle oil-drizzled bread slices. Season lightly with black pepper and a pinch of salt if desired.
03 - Top each prepared cheese slice with a remaining bread slice, ensuring the butter side faces outward.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat until ready for cooking.
05 - Place the assembled sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently. The bread should turn golden brown and crisp while the cheese melts completely. Lower the heat if the bread browns too quickly before the cheese fully melts.
06 - Remove from the pan and let rest for 1 minute. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes the comfort of melted cheese and crispy bread and elevates it with just a few drops of truffle oil.
  • You can make it in under 15 minutes, but it tastes like something you'd order at a wine bar.
  • The Gruyère melts beautifully and has a nutty richness that pairs perfectly with the truffle aroma.
02 -
  • Keep the heat on medium-low, I learned this the hard way when my first attempt burned on the outside while the cheese stayed solid.
  • Use real truffle oil, not the synthetic kind, the difference in aroma is unmistakable and worth the extra cost.
03 -
  • Grate the cheese yourself instead of buying pre-shredded, it melts faster and more evenly without the anti-caking agents.
  • Press the sandwich gently with the spatula while it cooks to help the cheese melt into every corner.
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