Grilled Cheese in a Nest
Take your love for classic grilled cheese to the next level with this creative and savory twist: Grilled Cheese in a Nest. Crispy golden-brown hash browns form the perfect nest for a gooey blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella, creating a dish that's as fun to make as it is to eat. With just a handful of simple ingredients like shredded hash browns, an egg, and two types of cheese, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying meal or snack. Perfectly crisp on the outside and irresistibly cheesy on the inside, these hash brown nests are great on their own or paired with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup or sriracha. Whether you're cooking for breakfast, lunch, or a cozy comfort meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded hash browns (fresh or frozen and thawed)
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded hash browns, egg, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated and the hash browns are evenly coated.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet, making sure it coats the entire surface.
Divide the hash brown mixture into two portions. Place one portion in the skillet and use a spatula to flatten it into a round disc about 1/2-inch thick. Press the center gently to create a slight indent or 'nest' shape.
Cook the hash brown nest for 4-5 minutes on one side, or until it is golden and crisp. Carefully flip it over and cook for another 3-4 minutes, ensuring it is evenly cooked. Remove the nest from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with the second portion.
Reduce the heat to low. Place half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese mixture into the indent of each hash brown nest.
Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt for about 2-3 minutes. The cheese should be gooey and fully melted but not burnt.
Remove the grilled cheese nests from the skillet and serve immediately. These are delicious on their own or paired with ketchup, sriracha, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.0 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3815 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 776 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1851 mg | 39% | |
*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.
