# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - Pinch of salt
05 - Pinch of black pepper
→ Cheese
06 - 4 ounces Havarti cheese, sliced
→ Bread & Spreads
07 - 4 slices artisan or sourdough bread
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Method steps:
01 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced leeks, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until leeks are soft and caramelized, approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
02 - Lay out all four bread slices on a clean work surface. Spread one side of each slice with softened butter.
03 - Place two slices with buttered side down on a clean surface. Evenly distribute caramelized leeks on top of each slice. Layer Havarti cheese slices over the leeks.
04 - Top each layered bread slice with remaining bread slice, buttered side up, to form complete sandwiches.
05 - Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Gently press with a spatula for even grilling and heat distribution.
06 - Remove sandwiches from heat. Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately while warm.
