Parmesean Grilled Cheese
Take your comfort food game to the next level with this irresistible Parmesan Grilled Cheese recipe! This elevated twist on the classic grilled cheese features slices of sourdough or brioche bread slathered with a layer of creamy mayonnaise and pressed into freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy, golden crust that’s bursting with flavor. Inside, gooey melted layers of sharp cheddar and creamy mozzarella or Gruyere create the perfect cheesy harmony. Cooked to perfection in a buttery skillet, these sandwiches are crunchy on the outside, melty on the inside, and ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal for a quick lunch, weeknight dinner, or gourmet snack, this recipe makes grilled cheese anything but ordinary. Serve it with your favorite soup or salad for an unbeatable combo! Keywords: Parmesan Grilled Cheese, crispy cheese crust, quick comfort food, gourmet grilled cheese.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Bread (sourdough or brioche preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 4 ounces Cheddar cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 4 ounces Mozzarella or Gruyere cheese (sliced or shredded)
Instructions
Spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise over one side of each bread slice. This will help create a golden crust when grilled.
In a shallow bowl or plate, spread the grated Parmesan cheese evenly.
Press the mayo-coated side of each bread slice into the Parmesan cheese, ensuring the cheese sticks to the surface. Set the slices aside, Parmesan-side down.
Heat a large, nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
Spread a thin layer of butter on the uncoated side of two bread slices (the side without Parmesan). Place them butter-side down into the skillet.
Layer 2 ounces of cheddar cheese and 2 ounces of mozzarella or Gruyere cheese onto each slice in the skillet.
Cover the cheese-topped bread with the remaining bread slices, Parmesan side facing up, creating two sandwiches.
Cook the sandwiches over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure even browning and melting. Flip the sandwiches carefully once the bottom is golden and crispy.
Cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, or until the Parmesan crust is golden and crisp and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.7 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.3 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 3042 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2155 mg | 166% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 255 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.
