Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

Description:

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese combines the buttery, garlicky flavor of garlic bread with the gooey, melty deliciousness of grilled cheese. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a comfort-food snack, this recipe takes less than 15 minutes and packs flavor in every bite.

Ingredients for Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

• 4 slices of thick-cut bread (like sourdough or Italian)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried parsley)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite blend)

• Pinch of salt

• Optional: grated Parmesan for topping

Instructions:

1. Make Garlic Butter:
   In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Optional: add a little grated Parmesan.

2. Assemble Sandwiches:
   Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.
   On the non-buttered side of two slices, layer mozzarella and cheddar.
   Top with the other slices, buttered side out.

3. Grill Sandwiches:
   Heat a skillet over medium-low. Place the sandwiches and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted (3–5 mins per side). Press gently with a spatula.

4. Serve:
   Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve hot with tomato soup or marinara if desired.

Notes:

• Bread matters: Thick, crusty bread holds up best.

• Cheese choice: Mozzarella for stretch, cheddar for flavor—mix and match.

• Don’t rush the grill: Cook on medium-low to get golden bread without burning.

• Garlic butter leftovers? Use it on toast, pasta, or veggies!

Tips:

• Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.

• Use pre-made garlic butter to save time.

• Add cooked bacon, tomatoes, or caramelized onions for a gourmet version.

• Press the sandwich with a lid or pan for even browning.

Servings:

2 servings (1 sandwich per person)

Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate):

• Calories: 450–550 kcal

• Protein: 15–20g

• Carbohydrates: 30–35g

• Fat: 30–35g

• Saturated Fat: 15g

• Sodium: 700–900mg

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 2g

Health Benefits:

• Comfort food for mood boost

• Good source of calcium and protein from cheese

• Add veggies (like spinach or tomato) to make it more nutritious

Q&A:

Q: Can I use pre-shredded cheese?
A: Yes, but freshly shredded melts better without additives.

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: It’s best fresh, but you can prep the garlic butter in advance.

Q: What’s the best side dish?
A: Tomato soup, a light salad, or a simple marinara dipping sauce.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Use vegan butter, dairy-free cheese, and crusty vegan bread.