Grilled Cheddar, Mustard And Chive Sandwiches

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Grilled Cheddar, Mustard And Chive Sandwiches

 

Recipe By : Bon Appetit, February 1997

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Sandwiches

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1/4 cup regular or light mayonnaise

2 tablespoons minced fresh chives or green onions

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

8 5x4 inch slices country-style white bread -- (about 1/2 inch

8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese -- grated

-- (about 2 cups packed)

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick butter)

 

Some interesting food folklore: In his desperation to stay at the gambling table

and assuage his hunger at the same time, Englishman

John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, asked his manservant to bring him two

pieces of bread with some meat in between, thereby

inventing - need we say more?

 

Mix mayonnaise, chives and Dijon mustard in small bowl. Season with generous

amount of pepper. Spread 1 side of each bread slice

with mayonnaise mixture. Divide cheddar cheese among 4 bread slices, then top

with remaining bread, mayonnaise side down.

 

Preheat oven to 250øF. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in griddle or heavy large

skillet over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches; turn to

coat with butter. Cook until golden on each side and cheese melts, about 5

minutes per side. Transfer to baking sheet. Keep warm

in oven. Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and remaining sandwiches.

 

Formatted by Karen using MC Buster.

 

 

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