Asparagus & Brie Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Crispy sourdough layered with grilled asparagus and melted Brie for a rich, satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 8–10 thin asparagus spears, trimmed
02 - 1 tsp olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Dairy

05 - 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
06 - 2 tbsp 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.

# Chef’s Tips:

01 -
  • The way the Brie melts into the nooks and crannies of the asparagus creates these incredible pockets of creaminess in every bite
  • It turns an ordinary grilled cheese into something that feels like it came from a fancy bistro without any actual fuss
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that thick asparagus stays too crisp and falls out when you bite into the sandwich
  • Low and slow heating burns the bread before the Brie melts, so medium heat is really the sweet spot
03 -
  • If your Brie is too cold, it will not melt properly, so let it sit out while you prep everything else
  • A heavy pan or even a bacon press helps ensure even contact with the cooking surface for uniform browning
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