Cheese toasties are a beloved lunch staple, but one chef claims you can elevate them by swapping mature cheddar for a three-cheese combination. Andy Hearnden, known as @andy_cooks on TikTok, shared his recipe for the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, recommending a blend of mozzarella, taleggio, and red cheddar.
The Ideal Cheese Blend
In his video, Hearnden explained the role of each cheese: "We've got mozzarella for creaminess, taleggio for amazing funk, and red cheddar for sharpness." He advised grating or chopping the cheeses and mixing them together in a bowl before placing the mixture between two slices of bread.
Bread and Cooking Tips
Instead of sourdough, Hearnden uses shokupan, a Japanese milk loaf available at specialist shops or Marks and Spencer. He then cooks the sandwich in clarified butter until golden and melted on both sides. He described the result as the "best grilled cheese you'll ever have" and suggested adding crispy chilli oil for an extra kick.
Alternative Spreading Methods
While Hearnden uses clarified butter, experts at The Culinary Cartel recommend mayonnaise instead. They note that mayonnaise spreads more easily than butter, prevents bread from tearing, and has a higher smoking point, reducing the risk of burning.
