Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Indulge in melty, golden perfection with the Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich—a reimagined classic that takes comfort food to the next level! This recipe features the heavenly combination of sharp cheddar and creamy gruyere cheese nestled between slices of tangy sourdough bread. A flavorful butter spread infused with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and optional parsley amps up every bite, while mayonnaise on the outer layer ensures a perfectly crisp crust. Grilled to gooey, golden perfection in just minutes, this sandwich is the ultimate in oozy, cheesy decadence. Perfect for a quick lunch, cozy dinner, or comforting snack, it's everything you love about grilled cheese—elevated!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 ounces gruyere cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
Lay out the slices of sourdough bread on a flat surface. On one side of each slice, spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise.
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and parsley (if using). Spread this butter mixture on the other side of each slice of bread.
Grate the gruyere cheese and set it aside. This will help it melt evenly when cooking.
Assemble the sandwiches: Place two slices of cheddar cheese and one ounce of grated gruyere cheese between two slices of prepared bread, with the mayonnaise side facing out and the butter side facing in. Repeat for the second sandwich.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
Carefully place the sandwiches into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey.
To ensure even melting, press down gently on the sandwiches with a spatula or a small, heavy pan as they cook.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for a minute before slicing in half. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.2 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.3 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 2100 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.7 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1471 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*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.
