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When I'm cooking at home, I love putting my own spin on traditional dishes. My salmon and Boursin grilled sandwich has become my guests' absolute favorite. I came up with it one lazy Sunday when I wanted to turn plain sandwich bread into something extraordinary. The end result is heavenly - a perfect mix of melty insides and crunchy outsides that always impresses.
A unique twist on everyday sandwiches
What gets me excited about this dish is how it's both easy and fancy at the same time. The garlic and herb Boursin blends wonderfully with smoked salmon. My friends can't believe it when I bring out these tasty treats for snacks or lunch. It's my go-to trick for turning an ordinary sandwich into something special.
Shopping list for amazing grilled sandwiches
- Sandwich bread: 8 soft slices that'll get nice and crispy
- Smoked salmon: 200g of thin slices
- Boursin cheese: 150g garlic and herbs variety, my guilty pleasure
- Shredded cheese: 100g Swiss or Emmental for that golden top
- Butter: 50g for perfect crispiness
- Extra flavor: Salt and freshly ground pepper
- Finishing touch: Some fresh dill sprigs for prettiness
Step-by-step sandwich magic
- Tasty prep work
- I spread the Boursin cheese generously on my bread slices. I don't rush this part, making sure to cover every bit.
- Perfect assembly
- I lay salmon slices on four bread pieces. Then I top with the remaining bread and sprinkle shredded cheese over everything.
- Golden cooking
- In my buttered pan, I toast the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side. I wait for that moment when the cheese starts melting and the bread turns golden brown.
- Time to eat
- I serve the hot sandwiches with dill sprinkled on top and a small crunchy salad on the side.
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Must-have kitchen tools
I always keep my favorite frying pan, trusty spreading knife, well-used spatula, and cheese grater in my kitchen drawers. These everyday tools are behind every successful preparation and help create results that'll make anyone's mouth water.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can these sandwiches be prepped earlier?
- You can assemble them ahead and keep them in the fridge. Cook just before serving for crispy bread and perfectly melted cheese.
- → What bread works best?
- Soft white bread is perfect. Pick one that's thick enough to hold up during cooking but stays soft inside.
- → Is there an alternative to the cheese?
- You can swap the creamy cheese for something like Philadelphia mixed with garlic and fresh herbs for the same smooth texture.
- → How to get the cheese perfectly melted?
- Spread shredded cheese evenly on top. Finish by grilling it in the oven to get that beautiful golden crust.
- → What salad pairs well with it?
- A fresh arugula or lamb’s lettuce salad goes great. Squeeze some lemon over it for an extra fresh touch.