Description
Discover the ultimate Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese recipe! Learn how to create this crispy, cheesy delight with simple steps and elevate your sandwich game today.
Ingredients
4 Tbsp (60 ml). unsalted butter, room temperature
2 Tbsp (30 ml). finely chopped parsley
1/2 garlic clove, finely grated
1/2 tsp (3 ml). Diamond Crystal or 1/4 tsp (1 ml). Morton kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 thick slices Pullman or other sandwich bread
4 oz (113 g). sharp cheddar coarsely grated
Instructions
1. – In a small mixing bowl, thoroughly blend together 4 tablespoons of room-temperature unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley, ½ a finely grated garlic clove, ½ teaspoon of Diamond Crystal or ¼ teaspoon of Morton kosher salt, and several turns of freshly ground black pepper.
2. – Generously apply the butter mixture on one side of each of the 4 thick slices of Pullman or other sandwich bread, using roughly 1 tablespoon per slice.
3. – In a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat, place 2 of the buttered bread slices with the buttered side facing down.
4. – Evenly distribute 4 ounces of coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese between the bread slices in the pan.
5. – If some cheese spills onto the pan, it’s fine; it will turn crispy and taste great.
6. – Cover with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
7. – Cook for about 4 minutes, checking after a couple of minutes, until the underside of the bread is golden brown and toasted.
8. – Don’t rush this step; lower and slower cooking is preferable.
9. – Carefully flip the sandwiches and continue cooking for another 4 minutes until the other sides are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
10. – Move the sandwiches to a cutting board and slice each in half.
Notes
1. For a crispier texture, press down gently on the sandwich with a spatula while frying.
2. If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, use less than 1/2 a clove in the butter mixture.
3. Store any leftover sandwiches in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.
4. Serve with a side of tomato soup for a classic combination without introducing new ingredients.
