Description
A quick and easy grilled cheese sandwich made with crispy, buttery garlic bread and melty sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut white sandwich bread or sourdough
- 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 4 ounces (115g) sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded
- 4 ounces (115g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley. Mix until evenly combined.
- Spread a generous layer of the garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle a little freshly ground black pepper on top if desired.
- Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on your work surface. Layer half of the cheddar and mozzarella evenly over each slice.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up. Press down gently to help everything stick together.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook slowly for about 3-4 minutes per side, flipping carefully with a spatula, until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Slice sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Notes
Use softened butter for easy spreading and even browning. Cook over medium-low heat to melt cheese without burning garlic butter. Press sandwich gently while cooking for even melting and crust formation. Garlic butter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent soggy bread; reheat in skillet over low heat instead.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (half of
- Calories: 550
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 32
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Protein: 22
Keywords: garlic bread, grilled cheese, quick lunch, easy sandwich, comfort food, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic butter