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14/09/09 - STILTON HAILED AS HANGOVER CURE

Of the many weird and wonderful hangover cures we’ve come across this has to be our favourite – Honey-cured Bacon, Stilton and Chocolate sandwich, created by master chocolatier Paul. A. Young.
 
Proving that Stilton is a contemporary and versatile ingredient Paul’s recipe features in the ‘Alchemy’ section of his cookbook Adventures with Chocolate and foodies were all a-twitter about the unusual combination last week.
 
The chocolatier claims that the Stilton and Chocolate based sandwich is his favourite hangover cure.

He says: "I wanted to create something that was rustic and totally British in authenticity.

"I love slow proved bread, dry cured bacon and mature stilton and bring them together with chocolate because Stilton and Chocolate have similar flavor compounds. This sandwich has everything in texture and balance of flavour."

Why don’t you try it at home and tell us what you think?

Honey-cured Bacon, Stilton and Chocolate Sandwich A combination of honey-cured bacon, rich dark chocolate and ripe tangy Stilton. Mouthwatering and satisfying.

INGREDIENTS

4 thick slices of hand-cut, crusty white bread

Soft salted butter, for spreading

50g Venezuelan 72% dark chocolate

6 rashers honey-cured bacon

75g very ripe Stilton

METHOD

Preheat the grill until very hot.

Lightly toast the bread on both sides then spread with butter. Grate the chocolate on top and return to the grill briefly to melt.

Remove and immediately put the bacon under the grill until the edges are crisp and caramelised.

Place on top of the chocolate amd finish with a generous crumbling of Stilton.

Lay the remaining buttered slice on top and press firmly. Cut diagonally and enjoy

Taken from Adventures with Chocolate by Paul A. Young. Published by Kyle Cathie, priced £17.99