Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich Milan Style
Elevate your comfort food game with this Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwich Milan Style, a decadent Italian-inspired twist on the classic. Featuring a crisp, golden ciabatta crust infused with garlic, this sandwich oozes a luscious blend of Taleggio and Fontina cheeses, offering a creamy, rich flavor profile. Layered with delicate slices of prosciutto and fresh basil leaves, each bite delivers savory, herbaceous perfection. Cooked to irresistible crispiness in a buttery olive oil blend, this recipe is as sophisticated as it is satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for a gourmet lunch or an indulgent snack. Serve it fresh off the skillet and savor every melty, aromatic bite! Perfect for grilled cheese enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated upgrade.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Ciabatta bread
- 90 grams Taleggio cheese
- 60 grams Fontina cheese
- 2 slices Prosciutto
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic
Instructions
Grate or thinly slice the Taleggio and Fontina cheeses. Set them aside to allow them to come to room temperature for better melting.
Peel the garlic clove and slice it in half. Rub the cut side of the garlic on the inner surfaces of both slices of ciabatta bread. This will infuse the bread with subtle garlic flavor.
Spread 1 tablespoon of room-temperature unsalted butter on the outer side of each slice of ciabatta.
On the inner side of one slice, layer the Taleggio and Fontina cheeses evenly. Place the slices of prosciutto on top of the cheese, ensuring they don't overlap the edges of the bread.
Add the fresh basil leaves on top of the prosciutto. Cover with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing outward.
Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat.
Place the assembled sandwich onto the skillet. Cover with a lid to trap the heat and promote even melting. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the sandwich with a spatula, pressing down gently to ensure contact with the pan. Cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheeses are fully melted.
Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half for serving.
Serve immediately to enjoy the gooey cheeses and aromatic flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.4 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 1908 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 50.4 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 856 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
