Elevate your sandwich game with this "Inspired Grilled Cheese" recipe, a luxurious twist on the classic comfort food. Crafted with artisan sourdough bread and a luscious combination of sharp cheddar and creamy Gruyère, this gourmet grilled cheese is infused with the subtle flavors of fresh thyme, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard for a bold, herbaceous kick. The outer layer gets a golden, buttery crisp thanks to a rich spread of butter and olive oil, creating the perfect contrast to the gooey, melted cheese interior. Ready in under 20 minutes, this quick yet indulgent dish is perfect for lunch, a cozy dinner, or even a snack to impress. Don't settle for ordinary—treat yourself to this ultimate grilled cheese experience!
Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard onto one side of each slice of bread.
In a small bowl, mix the butter, olive oil, garlic powder, and fresh thyme leaves. Spread this mixture evenly on the outer side of each slice of bread.
Place a slice of cheddar cheese onto the mustard-side of two bread slices, and divide the shredded Gruyère cheese evenly on top of the cheddar.
Top with the remaining two bread slices, mustard-side facing inward, to create two sandwiches.
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Remove from the pan, let cool slightly, and slice each sandwich in half.
Serve warm and enjoy your gourmet ‘Inspired Grilled Cheese’!
Calories |
1332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 219 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2209 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1158 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 234 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.