Chef Adam Glick
Butternut Squash Bisque
INGREDIENTS
- 1 butternut squash
- 1 onion
- 2 stick celery
- 2 large carrots
- Fresh thyme
- Fresh rosemary
- 1 quart chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Spices: mustard seed, nutmeg, cinnamon, curry, salt and pepper
DIRECTIONS
Set your oven to 375º F. Chop all vegetables into large cubes. Coat with olive oil salt and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Add roasted veggies to a stock pot. Add chicken stock, cream, and more salt and pepper to your taste. Simmer for 25 minutes, blend with fresh herbs thoroughly, place back in pot and serve! Add more stock if too thick.
Grilled 2- Cheese Sandwich
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup Jarlsberg cheese
- Sliced sourdough bread
- Butter
DIRECTIONS
Shred your cheese completely. Warm a flat pan to medium heat. Melt butter in the center of the pan. Place a pinch of cheese on the melted butter. Place one slice of bread on top of the cheese. Now build your grilled cheese sandwich in the pan. The result will be a golden brown cheese crisp built right into the bread. Enjoy!
KNIIFE UTILIZED
Oliva Elite 8" Chef’s Knife: The Prep Workhorse
The 8-inch Chef’s Knife is your go-to for all the heavy lifting at the start:
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Chopping root vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, or carrots—the chef’s knife handles these dense ingredients with power and balance.
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Dicing onions and peppers, where a smooth rocking motion lets you move quickly through a pile of aromatics.
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Crushing garlic with the flat side of the blade, then giving it a rough chop—perfect for a base that brings warmth and depth to the hash.
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Slicing pita or flatbread for toasting alongside the meal.
Why this knife here: The weight and curved belly make it ideal for rocking cuts and tougher ingredients—perfect when your cutting board is perched on a picnic table or cooler lid.
Why Bisque and Grilled are the Perfect Combination
Butternut Squash Bisque: Smooth, Sweet, and Cozy
This soup is autumn in a bowl, but let’s be honest—it's welcome all year. Made from roasted or sautéed butternut squash, simmered with onions, garlic, and broth, then blended to velvety perfection. It’s naturally sweet, subtly nutty, and often finished with a touch of cream, coconut milk, or warm spices like nutmeg or cinnamon.
Two-Cheese Grilled Cheese: Crispy, Melty Heaven
The grilled cheese is classic comfort, and using two cheeses takes it up a notch. Think sharp cheddar for bold flavor, and something gooey like mozzarella, fontina, or gouda for that satisfying melt. Grilled until golden and crispy on the outside—perfect for dipping, tearing, and devouring.
Why They’re Perfect Together
- Texture Contrast: The creamy smoothness of the bisque pairs beautifully with the crispy, crunchy exterior of the grilled cheese.
- Flavor Balance: The soup’s natural sweetness contrasts with the salty, savory richness of the cheese—creating a sweet-savory harmony that’s comforting and crave-worthy.
- Dunking Power: Grilled cheese was made for dunking. The bisque clings to the edges, turning every bite into a flavor bomb.
- Nutritional Comfort: Together, they’re filling without being heavy. The soup delivers veggies and fiber, the sandwich brings protein and indulgence. It’s balanced comfort food.
- Nostalgia Meets Sophistication: It’s childhood nostalgia (grilled cheese & soup) all grown up—with elevated ingredients and flavor.
