Garlic Butter Grilled Cheese
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, featuring a rich garlic butter spread and gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Butter Spread
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened to room temperature) Make sure the butter is softened for easy spreading.
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (finely minced) You can substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- 1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped) Alternatively, use 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes.
- 2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- a small pinch fine sea salt Use sparingly.
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices thick rustic bread (white, Italian, or sourdough)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese Alternatively, use cheddar and provolone for a mixed flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the softened butter with olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and a light touch of salt until the mixture is cohesive and spreadable.
Cooking
- Evenly coat one side of each bread slice with the prepared garlic butter spread.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat. Lay two slices of the prepared bread, buttered sides down, into the pan.
- Top each with two slices of cheese.
- Cover with the remaining bread slices, positioning them buttered sides facing up.
- Toast the sandwiches until the bottom is golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
- Flip gently and continue to cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the exterior is deeply golden and the cheese has melted completely.
- Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately while warm and melty.
Notes
For a spicy version, add slices of jalapeño or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes into your cheese. Experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavors.