American Easy

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Asiago and Dates

Name: Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Asiago and Dates
Prep time: PT5MINUTES
Cook time: PT15MINUTES
Total time: PT20MINUTES
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 24 pieces Asiago cheese (cut into equal pieces, room temperature); 8 slices Oatmeal sandwich bread; 4 tsp Dates (finely chopped); 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (softened)

Sweet dates and sharp Asiago transform a simple sandwich into something sophisticated

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⏱️ 20 minutes 5 minutes prep · 15 minutes cook

🍽️ 4 Serves

480 Calories

18g Protein

42g Carbs

28g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

The sharpness of Asiago provides a sophisticated counterpoint to the concentrated sweetness of chopped dates. Using hearty oatmeal bread ensures the sandwich has enough structure to support the melting cheese while adding a pleasant nuttiness.

Instructions

Arrange the Asiago pieces and chopped dates evenly over four slices of the oatmeal bread, then top with the remaining bread slices to close the sandwiches.

Spread the softened butter evenly over the exterior of each sandwich. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat—the surface should be hot enough that a drop of water sizzles and evaporates immediately.

Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to soften, about 4 to 6 minutes.

Flip the sandwiches and continue cooking until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted, about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm while the cheese is still gooey.