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Gourmet Grilled Cheese


  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A crispy, golden sourdough sandwich filled with a rich blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella, melted to perfection for the ultimate gooey, comforting bite.


Ingredients

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  • 4 thick slices sourdough bread
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 100 grams)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 100 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium low heat until evenly warm.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded cheddar and mozzarella with salt and black pepper.
  3. Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
  4. Place two slices butter side down in the skillet, divide the cheese mixture evenly on top, then cover with the remaining slices butter side up.
  5. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp, adjusting heat as needed so the cheese melts fully.
  6. Remove from the pan and let rest for 1 minute before slicing.
  7. Slice diagonally and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for smoother melting.
  • Cook on medium low heat to prevent burning before the cheese melts.
  • Let the sandwich rest briefly before cutting to keep the filling intact.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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