SALAMI AND PICKLE GRILLED CHEESE

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This sandwich can be lunch, a snack, or a late-night thing. Eat it with potato chips and lemonade; it's also great with a simple green salad for dinner.

Provided by Susan Regis

Categories     Bon Appétit     Sandwich     Cheese     Swiss Cheese     Sausage     Pickles     Lunch     Cheese Week

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces Gruyère, Swiss cheese, or sharp cheddar, sliced, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
6 dill pickles, sliced crosswise 1/4-inch thick
6 ounces thinly sliced salami, such as Genoa
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

Steps:

  • Divide half of cheese among 4 slices of bread. Top with pickles, salami, and remaining cheese. Close sandwiches and spread half of butter evenly over top of bread slices.
  • Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches, buttered side down, in skillet. Spread remaining butter over top of bread. Cook, pressing down with a spatula to encourage melting and turning once, until cheese is melted and bread is golden brown and crisp, 5-7 minutes.

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