Description
Culinary magic unfolds with this blueberry white cheddar grilled cheese, bridging sweet and savory in a single sandwich. Melted cheese and juicy blueberries create a harmonious flavor profile that elevates your lunch from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 4 ounces (113 grams) white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces (113 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
Blueberry Jam Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 small bunch lemon thyme sprigs, tied with kitchen twine
Finishing Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Create a vibrant blueberry jam by combining fresh blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and tied lemon thyme in a saucepan. Heat over medium-high until boiling, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Continue cooking on low heat for an additional 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency. Remove the thyme sprig and allow the jam to cool completely.
- Prepare the sandwich base by spreading the cooled blueberry jam evenly across 4 bread slices. Layer with a blend of white cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, ensuring complete coverage. Top with remaining bread slices to complete the sandwich assembly.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Melt butter and carefully place two sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, covering to help cheese melt, until bread turns golden brown. Monitor heat to prevent burning, adjusting temperature as necessary.
- Repeat the cooking process with remaining butter and sandwiches, ensuring consistent golden-brown coloration and melted cheese.
- Slice each sandwich diagonally and garnish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Optional: Enhance presentation by scattering fresh lemon thyme leaves over the top for an aromatic finish.
Notes
- Customize the blueberry jam by adjusting sugar levels or experimenting with different herbs like basil or rosemary for unique flavor profiles.
- Opt for aged white cheddar to enhance sharpness, or swap cheeses for dietary needs like using goat cheese or dairy-free alternatives.
- Choose artisan sourdough or gluten-free bread to accommodate different dietary restrictions while maintaining crispy texture.
- Use medium-low heat and cast iron skillet for even browning and prevent burning, ensuring perfectly golden and crispy grilled cheese every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg