Description
A rich and indulgent twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich—sandwiches layered with gooey cheese, between slices of bread slathered in garlic-herb butter, toasted until golden and crispy on the outside and melted on the inside.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or your choice)
- Butter, softened (approx. ¼ cup / 4 Tbsp)
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or made into a paste
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 1 Tbsp)
- Dried oregano (½ tsp) optional
- Cheese(s) – such as cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyère, or a mix (about 1½–2 cups grated / sliced)
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic (or garlic paste), chopped parsley, dried oregano (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Prepare sandwich: Divide the cheese between two slices of bread, then top with the other two slices to form two sandwiches.
- Butter the outsides: Spread the garlic butter generously on the outer faces of each sandwich (both top and bottom slices).
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium to medium‑low heat. Place one sandwich butter‑side down. Cook for about 3‑4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Flip the sandwich carefully, pressing gently, and cook the other side for another 3‑4 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Once done, remove from heat, let sit for 1 minute (this helps the cheese settle), then slice and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can use either fresh garlic or roasted garlic for different flavor profiles.
- Mixing different cheeses (e.g. sharp cheddar + mozzarella) gives a more interesting melt and flavor.
- Cook over moderate heat so the bread toasts without burning while giving the cheese time to melt.
- If desired, cover the skillet with a lid briefly after flipping to help the cheese melt through.
- Serve with tomato soup, marinara sauce, or a simple green salad for contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: ~550 kcal
- Sugar: ~4 g
- Sodium: ~1400 mg
- Fat: ~25 g
- Saturated Fat: ~10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~(mono + poly ~15 g)
- Trans Fat: ~1 g
- Carbohydrates: ~32 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~47 g
- Cholesterol: ~36 mg
