Cleary’s Carbs

A recipe for showcasing the stellar sourdoughs made by Whitney Cleary.

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The following is a fact: there is always bread in our house. We may run out of paper towels, creamer, and (often) clean spoons, but a fresh loaf can be found on our counter without fail. Unsurprising when you live with a baker. I’m immensely grateful that, A. the cobbler’s-kids-don’t-have-shoes trope does not apply to my situation, and B. I get to taste test all of Tee’s experiments. Throughout all of this research, I’ve realized that I prefer bread on its own. Not much beyond a slathering of butter and maybe a bit of jam. If you have the pleasure of trying Whitney’s bread, I highly encourage you to first enjoy it in its purest form. The hearty yet delicate balance of flavor is something to be marveled. Once you’ve indulged in the simple beauty of the sourdough, there’s an abundance of ways to have fun with your carbs.

I’ve decided to highlight a fairly simply recipe for this week’s feature, one for those seeking something easy, comforting, and delectable with a playful twist. Grilled cheese! Straightforward enough, but it showcases the tangy, robust qualities of the boule. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

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Chili Cheddar Grilled Cheese

Ingredients

  • 2 slices Morning Glory sourdough bread

  • Smoked chili cheddar cheese, or a similar pepper-infused cheddar (we used Grafton brand), thinly sliced

  • 1 tart apple, such as Granny Smith, thinly sliced

  • Butter for grilling

This spicy take on a comforting classic was inspired by the resident cheesemonger at the farm. We thought it was perfect for christening our portable grill, which we hauled to the beach up island. Tee paired it with some grilled vegetables freshly picked earlier that day. We loved the combined kick of the chili cheddar, crunch of the apple, and rich texture of the sourdough. Check out this week’s video for a glimpse of the beachside kitchen.