The grilled cheese sandwich, a simple yet comforting classic, can be elevated to gourmet status with a few thoughtful additions and techniques. From selecting the perfect bread and cheese to incorporating unique flavor combinations, there are endless possibilities for creating a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich that will tantalize your taste buds. With the right ingredients and a little creativity, you can transform this humble sandwich into a culinary masterpiece that is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
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GOURMET GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
A fancy sandwich for a quick lunch. Cream cheese is blended with mayonnaise and shredded cheese, then grilled between slices of French bread.
Provided by SARAHGRETZMIER
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Grilled Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheese and garlic salt. Beat until smooth.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread cheese mixture on 4 slices of bread, then top with the other 4 bread slices. Lightly butter both sides of each sandwich. Place sandwiches in skillet, and grill until golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 783 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 64.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.1 g, Sodium 1436.4 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GOURMET GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
A quick comfort meal at my house is always tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches. Since DH and I are both 50+, I feel that _perhaps_ we may be ready for a more grown-up version of this meal. Let's start with the sandwich. If I don't get _fired_ over this, I'll tackle the soup next. ;-)
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place slices of bread on a cutting board. Brush topsides with olive oil. Turn over one side of bread (so oiled side is facing down).
- Top with desired fillings in the order listed.
- Place remaining slices of bread on top (oiled-side-up)and cook on a preheated nonstick griddle for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1080.3, Fat 69.5, SaturatedFat 35.7, Cholesterol 166.7, Sodium 2865.1, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 13, Protein 59.5
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the sandwich will be. Use fresh, flavorful bread, cheese, and fillings.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to grilled cheese sandwiches. Try different types of bread, cheese, and fillings until you find your favorite combination.
- Cook the sandwich until it's golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey and the bread is crispy.
- Serve the sandwich immediately. Grilled cheese sandwiches are best when they're hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Grilled cheese sandwiches are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're quick and easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With a little creativity, you can create a grilled cheese sandwich that's truly unique and delicious.
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