Can I make this recipe without mayonnaise?

Yes! Mayonnaise helps with creaminess and browning but if you prefer, you can replace it with an equal amount of softened butter or olive oil. The flavor will still be fantastic.

What’s the best cheese for this Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipe?

I recommend using cheeses that melt well, such as Gruyere, Colby Jack, smoked Cheddar, Swiss, or Havarti. Mixing cheeses adds depth and texture, making each bite deliciously gooey.

How do I avoid burnt bread with melted cheese inside?

The trick is cooking on medium-low heat and flipping the sandwich multiple times. This slower cooking process allows the cheese to melt fully inside without burning the crust. Using a nonstick skillet helps too!

Can I add extra ingredients like meat or veggies?

Absolutely! Roasted garlic cloves, caramelized onions, deli meats, or even thinly sliced apples can wonderfully enhance the flavor. Just make sure extras are thinly sliced to warm thoroughly while grilling.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese: Perfectly Crispy & Gooey

Description

This Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese is a delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Featuring a garlic butter spread with mayonnaise and parsley spread on sourdough bread, filled with a blend of Gruyere, Colby Jack, and smoked Cheddar cheese, it’s perfectly golden and melty inside with a flavorful crispy crust. Cooked slowly over medium-low heat, it offers a rich, cheesy, and garlicky experience perfect for a quick lunch or comforting snack.

Ingredients

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Bread and Butter Mixture

4 slices sandwich bread - sourdough with soft crust
4 tablespoon softened unsalted butter
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3 cloves garlic, very finely minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley
Salt and pepper - to taste

Cheese Filling

1 cup freshly shredded cheese - Gruyere, Colby Jack, and smoked Cheddar blend

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Instructions

Prepare the garlic butter spread: In a bowl, mix the softened butter, mayonnaise, finely minced garlic, and chopped parsley until evenly combined. Season the mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste, ensuring a balanced flavor for the spread.
Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the garlic butter mixture generously on one side of each slice of bread. On half of the slices, top the buttered side with the shredded cheese blend and then cover with the second slice of bread, ensuring the buttered sides are on the outside.
Heat the skillet: Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. This low heat setting allows the cheese to melt thoroughly without burning the bread.
Cook the sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip the sandwiches carefully and cook another 5 minutes on the other side until equally golden and the cheese is fully melted. Flip a few additional times if needed, pressing gently to help cheese melt and heat distribute evenly.
Serve warm: Remove the grilled cheese from the skillet, slice as desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the melty, garlicky goodness at its best.

Notes

Freshly grate the cheese for the best melting texture and flavor.
You can substitute with pre-packaged cheese slices like American or Colby Jack if needed.
Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning the bread while ensuring the cheese melts thoroughly.
Flip the sandwiches multiple times and press gently with a spatula for even heating.
Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the sandwich from sticking and tearing.
Cheese variations: Swiss, Monterey Jack, Havarti, Gouda, or Muenster work well.
Bread options: standard sandwich bread, sliced brioche, or sourdough are excellent choices.
Add-ins such as roasted garlic cloves, deli meats, caramelized onions, or sliced apples can add extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 570 mg
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 14 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg