Charcuterie Grilled Cheese (Printable)

A hearty sandwich with cured meats, rich cheeses, and a hint of fig jam, grilled crisp.

# What You Need:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices rustic sourdough or country bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons fig jam

→ Cheese

04 - 4 slices Gruyère cheese
05 - 2 slices aged cheddar
06 - 2 slices creamy brie

→ Cured Meats

07 - 4 slices prosciutto
08 - 4 slices salami
09 - 2 slices coppa or speck

# Directions:

01 - Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. Arrange slices buttered-side down on a clean surface.
02 - Spread 1 tablespoon of fig jam on the unbuttered side of two bread slices.
03 - Evenly distribute Gruyère, aged cheddar, and brie over the fig jam-covered bread.
04 - Place prosciutto, salami, and coppa or speck slices evenly over the cheese layers.
05 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
06 - Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 5 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve promptly.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It tastes like a charcuterie board and a grilled cheese had a delicious love story.
  • Takes just twenty minutes from idea to golden, melted perfection on your plate.
  • The sweet fig jam against salty meats creates this balance that somehow feels both indulgent and intentional.
02 -
  • If your cheese isn't melting, your heat is too high—medium is truly your friend here, even though it feels slower.
  • Cold butter straight from the fridge will tear your bread; let it soften for ten minutes or even use room-temperature butter for easier spreading.
  • Those cured meats are already salty enough that you don't need additional seasoning, which is a hard lesson I learned by over-complicating things.
03 -
  • Get your bread and meats from the best places you can find—this recipe only has a few components, so each one needs to pull its weight.
  • If you're feeding more than two people, you can assemble everything ahead of time and store the sandwiches in the fridge for up to two hours before cooking, which is a lifesaver when you're entertaining.
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