Are you a fan of the classic grilled cheese sandwich, but craving something a little more decadent and mouthwatering? Look no further than the delectable caramelized cheese-covered grilled cheese sandwich, a culinary masterpiece that elevates this humble dish to new heights of flavor and indulgence. With its golden, crispy exterior, gooey, stretchy cheese interior, and tantalizing caramelized cheese topping, this sandwich is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more. In this article, we will take you on a culinary adventure as we explore the best recipes and techniques for crafting the perfect caramelized cheese-covered grilled cheese sandwich. Get ready to embark on a taste sensation that will redefine your grilled cheese experience and leave you utterly amazed.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
THE ULTIMATE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
Make and share this The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wildflour
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blend all ingredients except bread and butter in a medium bowl.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Put sandwiches together using about 1/2 cup of filling each.
- Place buttered side of bread on the outside of sandwich.
- Toast on griddle or in skillet until a deep golden brown. Make sure you cook this slowly over low to med-low heat, so that the inside has a chance to melt before the outside gets too done. Kick up the heat when it gets going.
- *Depending on the size of your bread, this makes 6-10 sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 685.1, Fat 49.5, SaturatedFat 26.7, Cholesterol 130.4, Sodium 1094.7, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 23.5
INSIDE-OUT GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
In my humble opinion, this crispy, crunchy, cheesy masterpiece is the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich. Make sure you follow some basic rules for this to work properly. Only use airy, nutritionally insignificant white bread. Use a nice sharp cheddar and be sure to use a quality non-stick pan over medium to medium-low heat.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Grilled Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Place bread slices in the skillet on top of the melted butter.
- Spread about 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese on one slice of bread; place the other slice of bread, butter-side up, on top of the cheese. Spread about 2 tablespoons of cheese on top of the sandwich.
- Melt remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter in the skillet next to the sandwich. Flip the sandwich onto the melted butter so that the cheese-side is facing down. Spread remaining cheese on top of the sandwich. Cook sandwich until cheese on the bottom is crispy and caramelized, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip sandwich and cook until cheese is crispy and caramelized on the other side, another 3 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120.4 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 854.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
THE BEST EVER GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
Spreading a mixture of mayo and butter on the bread creates a delightfully crispy crust with the well-loved, wonderful flavor of butter one expects on a grilled cheese sandwich.-Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of bread slices. Toast bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Manchego cheese, onion powder and remaining 3 tablespoons butter. In another bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. , To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced Brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 659 calories, Fat 49g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
CARAMELIZED CHEESE COVERED GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
Someday I'm going to stop eating dairy products. But today I stumbled across this recipe and couldn't stop myself from drooling. We all know that those little bits of melted cheese that ooze out and burn on the side are one of the best parts of a grilled cheese sandwich so why not take it one step further and purposely coat the the grilled cheese sandwich with cheese to caramelize on? Ooey gooey goodness. I'm just sayin'......from Closet Cooking.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat a skillet on medium heat.
- Completely butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread in the pan, buttered side down, sprinkle on half of the cheese and top with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Turn the heat down a notch and cook until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes.
- Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side, about 2-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle half of the remaining cheese on an unoccupied section of the pan, place the grilled cheese on top and cook until the cheese has melted and caramelized, about 2-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on an unoccupied section of the pan, flip the grilled cheese on top and cook until the cheese has melted and caramelized, about 2-4 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 798.8, Fat 54.8, SaturatedFat 33.8, Cholesterol 139.6, Sodium 2003, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 37.4
CARAMELIZED ONION GRILLED CHEESE
How to elevate the classic grilled cheese? How about filling thick slices of brioche with three cheeses, fresh herbs, a splash of prosecco and a spoonful of Dijon mustard? Add a jammy onion spread inspired by the flavors of French onion soup and you've got one unbeatable sandwich!
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sprinkle with the thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are browned and tender, about 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of the Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon water to coat the onions. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Heat a griddle over medium heat.
- Buzz the Cheddar, Gruyere, Robiola, prosecco, parsley, garlic and remaining 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard in a food processor until combined but still chunky and spreadable. Evenly spread the cheese mixture over one side of each slice of bread. Top 2 slices with the onion mixture and then sandwich the onions with the other 2 slices, cheese-side in. Spread the remaining butter on the outside of each sandwich and season with salt and pepper. Griddle the sandwiches over medium heat until golden brown on the first side, about 5 minutes. Flip and continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the exteriors are crispy, about 5 minutes more.
CARAMELIZED CHEESE COVERED GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
We all know that those little bits of melted cheese that ooze out and burn on the side are one of the best parts of a grilled cheese sandwich so why not take it one step further and purposely coat the the grilled cheese sandwich with cheese to caramelize on?
Time 20m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat a pan over medium heat.
- Completely butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread in the pan, buttered side down, sprinkle on the half cheese and top with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side up
- Turn the heat down a notch and cook until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes.
- Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side, about 2-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle half of the remaining cheese on an unoccupied section of the pan, place the grilled cheese on top and cook until the cheese has melted and caramelized, about 2-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on an unoccupied section of the pan, flip the grilled cheese on top and cook until the cheese has melted and caramelized, about 2-4 minutes.
Tips:
- Use a high-quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Gruyère.
- Spread the cheese evenly over the bread, all the way to the edges, to prevent it from leaking out during cooking.
- Use a cast iron skillet or griddle to cook the sandwich. This will help create a crispy, golden-brown crust.
- Cook the sandwich over medium heat, and flip it only once. This will help prevent the cheese from burning.
- If you're using a regular skillet, add a little butter or oil to prevent the sandwich from sticking.
- Serve the sandwich immediately, while the cheese is still melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
This caramelized cheese-covered grilled cheese sandwich is the ultimate comfort food. It's crispy, gooey, and packed with flavor. Whether you're making it for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, this sandwich is sure to please everyone at the table.
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