Garlic Butter Mayo Grilled Cheese Recipe
A deliciously savory Garlic Butter Mayo Grilled Cheese sandwich combining sharp cheddar and creamy mozzarella cheeses, enhanced with a flavorful garlic mayo spread and perfectly toasted sourdough bread. This easy-to-make sandwich offers a rich, gooey texture with a hint of fresh parsley and mustard for an elevated grilled cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 slices mozzarella cheese (optional)
Garlic Mayo Spread
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 large garlic clove, finely minced or grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Mayo Spread: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful garlic mayo spread.
- Prepare Bread and Mustard: Arrange the sourdough bread slices on a clean surface. Optionally, spread Dijon mustard evenly on the inside of two slices of bread to add a tangy layer of flavor.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place 2 slices of sharp cheddar cheese and 1 slice of mozzarella cheese between two slices of bread, mustard side inward, to form the sandwich.
- Apply Garlic Mayo: Spread the prepared garlic mayo mixture evenly on the outside of each bread slice, covering both top and bottom surfaces. This will help create a golden, flavorful crust when cooked.
- Heat Cooking Surface: Warm a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until it’s hot and ready for cooking.
- Cook Sandwiches: Place the assembled sandwiches onto the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on one side while gently pressing down with a spatula to encourage even browning and melting of the cheese. Flip carefully and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for a minute before slicing and serving to allow the cheese to set slightly and prevent oozing.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the garlic mayo spread.
- Adjust the cooking heat as necessary to ensure the bread toasts evenly without burning before the cheese melts.
- If you prefer, you can omit the mozzarella cheese for a sharper cheddar-only sandwich.
- Dijon mustard adds a nice tang but is optional according to your taste preference.
- Pressing gently with a spatula helps the sandwich cook evenly and melt the cheese thoroughly.
Keywords: grilled cheese, garlic mayo, sourdough bread, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, easy sandwich recipe
