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Comte Grilled Cheese on Rye with Watercress
Spring 2023
Hard Alpine cheeses like Comte melt like a charm, making them wonderful stand-ins for the classic cheddar in a grilled cheese sandwich. Comte can be found in some higher-end grocery stores and cheese shops. If you can’t find it, Gruyère or Emmenthal are good replacements.
Makes 4 sandwiches
8 slices rye bread
2 cups (500 mL) Comte cheese, grated
1 cup (250 mL) watercress, large stems removed
1/4 cup (60 mL) unsalted butter, plus a little extra if needed
1. Place 4 slices rye bread on cutting board and divide grated Comte evenly among slices. Top cheese with watercress leaves and place second slice of bread on top of each.
2. Heat large, preferably nonstick frying pan to medium, and add in half of butter. When butter begins to foam, reduce heat to medium-low, add in sandwiches, and allow to cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip sandwiches and add remaining butter to pan. Cook 5 to 7 minutes further until sandwiches are warmed through and cheese is melted.
3. Allow to rest for 1 minute. Cut sandwiches in quarters and serve warm.
Makes 4 sandwiches