Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 3 tablespoons mild Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • red wine vinegar (a few drops or to taste) or white wine vinegar (a few drops or to taste)
  • 8 slices soft dark pumpernickel bread
  • 8 ounces aged gouda cheese, sliced
  • soft butter (or olive oil)

Method

  • To make the mustard: combine the whole grain mustard and Dijon mustard in a bowl; stir in the parsley, tarragon, and garlic; add a few drops of vinegar to taste and set aside.
  • To make the sandwiches: place 4 slices of bread on a work surface; add a layer of cheese, then top with a second piece of bread; press together and lightly spread or brush the outsides with butter.
  • Heat a heavy nonstick skillet over med-high heat and add sandwiches; weight with a second fry pan and decrease heat to med-low.
  • Cook until the first side is crisp and golden; turn and cook the second side until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately with the Parsley-Tarragon mustard on the side, to dab on as desired.