Honey Peach White Cheddar Grilled Cheese (Print version)
A crisp sourdough grilled cheese layered with ripe peaches, sharp white cheddar, creamy ricotta, honey, and basil.
# Ingredients:
For the sandwiches
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4 slices sourdough bread, about 1/2 inch thick
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3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter, softened
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4 oz (115 g) sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded or thinly sliced
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3 tablespoons (45 g) whole-milk ricotta cheese
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1 large ripe peach, washed, pitted, and thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon honey
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6 fresh basil leaves, torn
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1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Pinch of fine salt, optional
# Instructions:
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Slice the peach thinly and blot the slices with a paper towel. This keeps the sandwich from turning soggy and helps the filling stay in place.
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Spread softened butter over one side of each slice of sourdough, making sure the butter reaches the edges.
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Set 2 bread slices buttered side down. Add half the cheddar, the peach slices, honey, ricotta, basil, black pepper, and a tiny pinch of salt if using. Top with the remaining cheddar and bread, buttered side up.
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Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sandwiches and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the bottom is deeply golden and crisp.
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Flip carefully with a wide spatula. Cook for 3-4 minutes more, lowering the heat if the bread browns too quickly. Cover the skillet for the final minute if the cheese needs more time to melt.
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Transfer the sandwiches to a board and rest for 1 minute. Slice in half and serve hot while the cheddar is soft and creamy.
# Good to know:
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Best eaten right after cooking while the sourdough is crisp.
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Use thin peach slices so the sandwich warms through evenly.
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Hot honey can replace plain honey for a spicy version.