Asparagus & Brie Grilled Cheese (Printable version)

Golden crispy sourdough layered with grilled asparagus and melted Brie for an elegant lunch or light dinner.

# Ingredients list:

→ 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

# Steps:

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.
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 Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast of warm, gooey Brie against crisp, charred asparagus creates layers of texture in every bite
  • It elevates a simple sandwich into something that feels fancy enough for guests but comes together in under 30 minutes
02 -
  • Cold cheese directly from the refrigerator takes forever to melt and can make your bread burn before the inside is ready
  • Grilling the asparagus first instead of adding it raw makes all the difference in texture and flavor
03 -
  • Place a weighted pan or pot on top of the sandwich while cooking for restaurant style pressing
  • Wrap the finished sandwich in foil for a minute if you need to keep it warm before serving
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