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In my little restaurant, I love to wow guests with these cute mini grilled cheese sandwiches. They're my fun, tasty spin on the French classic. What makes them special? Soft white bread that gets perfectly crispy, cheese that melts just right, and ham that adds the perfect salty kick.
The snack that wows everyone
I bring these out often when friends come over or during Sunday get-togethers. These tiny bites are always a hit with all my guests. Kids go crazy for their fun size while adults enjoy their fancy touch. They truly bring smiles all around.
What you'll need for success
- White sandwich bread: I cut off the crusts for a neater look.
- Cooked ham: The finest from my local deli.
- Shredded cheese: My 18-month aged comte works wonders.
- Heavy cream: Nice and thick for an amazing texture.
- Eggs: The freshest you can find.
- Butter: I whip it up for extra richness.
- Seasoning: Just a dash will do, as the cheese already adds saltiness.
The kitchen magic
- The creamy mixture
- I beat my eggs with cream until they become silky smooth.
- Quick assembly
- I build my sandwiches with care, making sure the cheese is spread evenly.
- Even cutting
- My little squares must be exactly the same size for even cooking.
- The golden dip
- Each bite gets quickly dunked in my creamy egg mix.
- Cooking to perfection
- My gently sizzling butter turns the sandwiches beautifully golden.
- Straight to the table
- I serve them hot, when the cheese is still oozy and melty.
My fun twists
Sometimes I sneak in a bit of whole grain mustard or my homemade pesto. For my veggie friends, I swap ham for grilled eggplant. And when I really want to impress, I pull out my truffle brie that makes everyone melt with joy.
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For later enjoyment
I often make a big batch to freeze before the browning step. That's my trick for successful last-minute snacks. A few minutes in the oven and they get back all their crispiness. Wrapped well in my fridge, they stay good for two days.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prep them early?
You can put them together earlier, but fry them just before serving. To enjoy crispiness, serve them warm and fresh.
- → What cheese works best?
Melty cheeses like Emmental or Gruyere are a good choice. For stronger flavor, try Comté. Mixing cheeses also works wonders!
- → How to keep them crispy?
Serve straight from the pan. Keep them in an oven at 100°C for no more than 10 minutes if necessary, to avoid losing crunch.
- → Can I reheat them?
They're best fresh, but if needed, a quick reheat in the oven will maintain crunch. Avoid the microwave!
- → What tweaks can I try?
Switch out ham for crispy bacon, or mix in herbs or mustard for extra zing. Change the cheese for fun, too!