Truffle Oil Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Sharp cheddar melted on golden bread, enriched with a delicate touch of truffle oil.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ Cheese

02 - 5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or grated

→ Dairy & Oils

03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
04 - 2 tsp truffle oil (white or black, to taste)

→ Seasonings

05 - Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)

# Preparation steps:

01 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Spread unsalted butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two bread slices buttered side down in the skillet. Layer the sharp cheddar evenly over the bread. Sprinkle black pepper if desired.
04 - Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
05 - Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has fully melted. Adjust heat to prevent burning.
06 - Remove sandwiches from heat and let rest for 1 minute. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of truffle oil over each sandwich.
07 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A 15-minute lunch that tastes deliberately fancy without any fussing.
  • Sharp cheddar and truffle oil are a match made somewhere between bistro and childhood memory.
  • The golden, buttery crust delivers that satisfying crunch before the melted cheese hits your tongue.
02 -
  • Low to medium heat is your friend—rushing with high heat will char the outside before the cheese melts, leaving you with a hard crust and a cold center.
  • Truffle oil is potent; a little goes a long way, and adding it after cooking means it doesn't lose its delicate aroma to the heat.
03 -
  • If you want even more richness and can't help yourself, add a thin slice of mozzarella or Gruyère alongside the cheddar—it stretches beautifully and adds a subtle nuttiness.
  • For a gluten-free version, use quality gluten-free bread and always read truffle oil labels for additives or unexpected ingredients, just in case.
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