Truffle Oil Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Buttery sourdough with sharp cheddar, kissed by fragrant truffle oil for an elevated savory taste.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ Cheese

02 - 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or grated

→ Dairy & Oils

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

→ Seasonings

05 - Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes five minutes to prepare but tastes like you spent an hour in the kitchen.
  • That first drizzle of truffle oil hits different when you know exactly what you're biting into.
  • Sharp cheddar and butter are a love story that needs no introduction.
02 -
  • The truffle oil goes on after cooking, never before—heat destroys its delicate fragrance and turns it into expensive smoke.
  • Don't walk away from this sandwich while it cooks; medium heat can surprise you, and burnt bread is nobody's friend.
03 -
  • If your butter is too cold, let it sit on the counter for five minutes—soft butter spreads without tearing delicate bread.
  • Keep your heat at medium, not medium-high; patience and steady heat create golden crust and melted cheese at exactly the same moment.
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