Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Jersey Cheese, Avocado, and Jalapeño

Preparation time: 15 min.

Ingredients for 2 sandwiches:

• • 4 slices of hearty bread (e.g. sourdough or whole grain bread)
  • 100 g Jersey cheese, grated or sliced thinly (e.g. Jersey Gouda or Jersey Cheddar)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced into thin rings (use less if you prefer it less spicy)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
  • Optional: a pinch of sea salt and lime juice to enhance the flavor of the avocado

Preperation:

1. Prepare the Sandwich:

• Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread, which will create a golden, crispy crust when grilled.
• Place two slices of bread with the buttered side facing down.

2. Assemble the Sandwich:

• Evenly distribute the Jersey cheese on the two slices of bread.
• Place the avocado slices evenly over the cheese.
• Sprinkle the jalapeño rings over the avocado. Adjust the amount depending on how spicy you want your sandwich.
• Place the other slices of bread on top, with the buttered side facing up.

3. Grill the Sandwich:

• Heat a pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the pan and grill for about 3-4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and crispy, and the cheese has melted.
• Press down gently with a spatula to ensure the cheese melts thoroughly and the avocado and jalapeño combine nicely.

4. Serve:

• Remove the sandwiches from the pan and cut them diagonally.
• Serve warm and enjoy the delicious combination of creamy cheese, soft avocado, and spicy jalapeño!

Enjoy!