Even though croissants have a flaky texture, they make one of the best breads for grilled cheese sandwiches for one simple reason: butter. All that butter makes for a super-crisp and flavorful crust. Add to that melted cheese, and you have nothing less than a taste of heaven.
Makes 4 sandwiches
Ingredients:
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
Salt
4 large croissants, cut in half lengthwise (see Note)
1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
6 ounces Wisconsin Brie Cheese, rind removed
6 ounces Wisconsin Swiss Cheese, coarsely grated
4 (1-ounce) slices smoked turkey
Cooking Directions:
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, and rosemary. Add a little salt to taste. Set aside for up to 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 1 day refrigerated.
To assemble: Place the bottom half of each croissant on your work surface, cut side up. Spread 2 tablespoons of the mayonnaise mixture on each croissant half followed by the sun-dried tomatoes. Lay the Brie slices on top, followed by the Swiss Cheese and turkey slices. Top with the remaining croissant halves, cut side down.
For stovetop method: Heat a large nonstick skillet over a medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Put the sandwiches into the pan, cover, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown. Carefully turn the sandwiches, pressing each one with a spatula to compress the bread and filling. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the undersides are golden brown. Turn the sandwiches once more, press with the spatula again, cook for 1 minute, and remove from the pan. Let cool 5 minutes. Cut in half and serve.
For sandwich maker method: Preheat the sandwich maker. Follow directions for assembly above. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions. Note: The weight of the lid of some sandwich makers might be too heavy for the delicate croissant. You may want to experiment with one sandwich before cooking the rest.
Note: If you can only find regular-size croissants, you may end up with filling for more than 4 sandwiches. Also, be aware that because of their high butter content, croissants can burn easily. Watch carefully.
Recipe from Grilled Cheese, Please! by Laura Werlin.
Photographs by Maren Caruso.
Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC ,
an Andrews McMeel Universal Company
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