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A very unusual and tasty cheese sandwich. So simple and so good! The pepper makes a wonderful tasting statement along with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, so use good peppercorns and grind them fresh. Cut into small finger sandwiches, these go great to serve at your wine tastings.

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4 thin slices country (coarse texture) bread
1 1/2 cups finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Coarsely ground pepper
Unsalted butter

Cover two slices of the bread with a layer of the fluffy grated cheese.

Generously grind pepper over the top. Place the remaining slices of bread on top to make sandwiches.

In a large frying, add enough butter to provide a generous film (about 2 tablespoons). Heat the butter over medium-low heat until foamy. Add the cheese sandwiches, pressing them onto the pan; slowly fry, regulating the heat so the butter does not burn. Once a light brown, turn the sandwiches over, and press down with a spatula to compress slightly. Brown the other side.

When done, transfer the sandwiches to a paper towel to drain. Cut in half diagonally, and serve with your favorite wine.

Makes 2 sandwiches.