Asparagus & Brie Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Crispy sourdough loaded with grilled asparagus and melted Brie for a gourmet upgrade on a classic favorite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 8-10 thin asparagus spears, trimmed
02 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Dairy

05 - 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

07 - 4 slices crusty sourdough or country bread

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or sauté for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until just tender and lightly charred. Remove from heat.
03 - Butter one side of each bread slice evenly.
04 - Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer with half the Brie, followed by the grilled asparagus, then the remaining Brie. Top with the other bread slices, buttered side up.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add the sandwiches and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of tender asparagus and gooey Brie feels like something from a French bistro
  • It transforms ordinary grilled cheese into a seasonal masterpiece worth savoring
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  • Precooking the asparagus is non negotiable since raw spears will stay crunchy in the sandwich
  • Low and slow heat prevents the bread from burning before the cheese melts completely
03 -
  • A thin layer of Dijon mustard or fig jam inside adds incredible depth
  • Camembert or Fontina make excellent substitutions if you want to experiment
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