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This Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese combines the rich flavors of garlic butter spread on toasted bread with a melty blend of mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and provolone cheeses. A skillet-cooked sandwich that’s crispy on the outside and gooey inside, perfect for a comforting meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Bread and Butter
- 2 slices bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley (optional)
Cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Soften the unsalted butter and mix in the minced garlic and chopped parsley to create a flavorful garlic butter spread that will infuse the bread with aromatic taste.
- Spread the Butter on Bread: Evenly spread the garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Assemble the Sandwich: On the unbuttered side of one bread slice, layer the shredded mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and provolone cheese slices to create a generous, gooey filling.
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat, providing a gentle cooking temperature that allows the bread to toast without burning and the cheese to melt properly.
- Cook the Sandwich: Place the assembled sandwich buttered-side down onto the skillet. Grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, then carefully flip the sandwich to grill the other side.
- Press for Even Melting: Lightly press down on the sandwich with a spatula to ensure the cheese melts evenly and the sandwich cooks thoroughly on both sides.
- Slice and Serve: Once both sides are golden and the cheese is fully melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet. Slice immediately to enjoy that perfect cheesy pull and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; roasted garlic can be substituted for a milder taste.
- Adjust the cheese types according to preference; adding a bit of parmesan can enhance the flavor.
- Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- Adding parsley is optional but adds freshness and color.
- Serve with tomato soup or salad for a complete meal.
Keywords: garlic bread grilled cheese, garlic butter grilled cheese sandwich, cheesy garlic bread sandwich, skillet grilled cheese, comfort food sandwich
