Forget the white bread and American cheese. My version calls for three or four types of cheese—feel free to choose your own favorites—and slices of a crusty loaf enhanced with olive oil for another layer of flavor. I like to cut each sandwich into four lengths and artfully stack them on a plate for an elegant presentation. The following ingredients are for two sandwiches; multiply quantities as desired.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of crusty artisanal bread
- 8 ounces assorted cheeses, such as mozzarella, gruyere, Manchego, and cheddar, thinly sliced
- Extra virgin olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Heat a griddle, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat while you assemble the sandwiches. Place the bread on a cutting board or platter and drizzle it with olive oil. Stack equal amounts of cheese on two of the slices, then top with the remaining bread. Drizzle both outer surfaces with olive oil.
Step 2
When the griddle is ready, drizzle it with olive oil and add the sandwiches. Let them cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, pressing them down occasionally with a metal spatula. Flip the sandwiches and continue cooking until the cheese is fully melted.
Step 3
Transfer the sandwiches back to your cutting board and cut them into fourths before serving.
Yields 2 generous servings