Beer-Soaked Grilled Cheese

By cindyandmojo

Ingredients

• Beer Batter
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup Chestnut Brown Ale or other nutty, brown ale
• 1/8 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• Sandwiches
• 1 loaf sourdough bread, cut into eight 1/2" slices
• 1 block mild or sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter, plus more if needed
• Optional toppings: bacon, sliced ham, prosciutto, avocado

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 15mins
Adapted from craftbeer.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large shallow bowl, whisk eggs, beer, flour, salt and chili powder. Dunk one slice of bread into the batter on both sides, giving it a second to fully absorb the batter. Let the excess batter drain back into the bowl.

Move to another plate and top with cheese and additional toppings if desired (cooked bacon, sliced ham, etc.).

Repeat with another slice of bread to complete the sandwich.

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Place the sandwich in the middle, and let cook on each side 3-4 minutes, until it reaches a crispy golden brown and a gooey cheese middle. Repeat for all sandwiches. Plate, add garnishes and enjoy.