Step 1

Mix mayonnaise, chives and Dijon mustard in small bowl. Season with generous amount of pepper. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with mayonnaise mixture. Divide cheddar cheese among 4 bread slices, then top with remaining bread, mayonnaise-side down.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in griddle or heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches; turn to coat with butter. Cook until golden on each side and cheese melts, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to baking sheet. Keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and remaining sandwiches.

Step 3

This recipe yields 4 sandwiches.

Step 4

Comments: Some interesting food folklore: In his desperation to stay at the gambling table and assuage his hunger at the same time, Englishman John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, asked his manservant to bring him two pieces of bread with some meat in between, thereby inventing - need we say more?