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Two halves of a golden-brown Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese sandwich stacked on a plate, with melted cheese oozing out.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

A quick and easy recipe for a delicious twist on a classic grilled cheese, featuring garlic butter and your favorite melted cheese.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course, Sandwiches
Cuisine: American
Calories: 621

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 3 cloves garlic, very finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices sandwich bread sourdough with soft crust recommended
  • 1 cup freshly shredded cheese Gruyere, Colby Jack, and smoked Cheddar recommended

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Box grater

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix the softened butter, mayonnaise, garlic, and parsley until evenly combined. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Spread the garlic butter mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Top two slices with shredded cheese and cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Cooking on medium-low heat allows the cheese to melt fully before the bread burns.
  4. Once the skillet is warm, cook the sandwiches for about 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. You may need to flip them a few times and gently press them down to ensure the cheese melts evenly.
  5. Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy while warm and melty!

Nutrition

Calories: 621kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 19gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 26gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 834mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1440IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 523mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, freshly grate your cheese as it melts better. If using pre-packaged cheese slices, choose varieties that melt well, such as American or Colby Jack. Cooking over medium-low heat is crucial to prevent the exterior from burning before the cheese melts. Flipping the sandwiches a few times and pressing down gently helps with even cooking and cheese melting. Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent sticking. You can substitute cheeses like Swiss, Monterey Jack, Havarti, Gouda, or Muenster. Other bread options include brioche or sourdough. Consider adding roasted garlic cloves, deli meat, caramelized onions, or sliced apples for variations.

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