Best 5 Inside Out Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes

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If you are tired of the classic grilled cheese sandwich and want to elevate your taste buds to a whole new level, then the inside-out grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect recipe for you. This unique twist on a classic sandwich takes all of the flavors you love and turns them upside down, quite literally. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen tools, you can create an unforgettable sandwich that will change the way you think about grilled cheese forever. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the secrets of the inside-out grilled cheese sandwich, a delightful combination of crispy, gooey, and savory flavors that is sure to become a household favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INSIDE-OUT GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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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

2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 slices white bread
½ cup shredded extra sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

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

INSIDE-OUT GRILLED HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH



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You'll never have a traditional grilled ham and cheese sandwich again! The caramelized cheese on the outside makes all the difference!

Provided by T-fal

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 11m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon butter
2 slices white bread
2 thin slices ham

Steps:

  • Mix the shredded cheeses together in a small bowl.
  • Melt butter in the bottom of a fry pan over medium heat. Add one slice of bread. Top the piece of bread with about 1/2 of the cheese mixture and the ham slices. Top with the second piece of bread.
  • Place 1/2 of the remaining cheese on top of the second slice of bread and carefully turn the sandwich over to grill the cheese. Cook about 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese on the bottom is slightly crispy. While it is cooking, add the remaining cheese on what is now the top piece of bread.
  • Flip the sandwich and cook another 3 to 4 minutes to crisp the cheese on the second side. Remove to a plate, slice in half, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 162.1 mg, Fat 51.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 31.2 g, Sodium 1259.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

INSIDE OUT BACON GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 slices bacon, finely chopped
8 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread
3 cups shredded fancy sharp Cheddar
1 tomato, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Put the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook, stirring, until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve the bacon fat.
  • Add the bacon fat to a griddle over medium heat. Place the bread on the griddle and lightly toast one side. Remove from the griddle and arrange toasted-side down on a work surface. Divide 2 cups of the cheese and all of the bacon, tomatoes and chives over 4 slices of bread. Top with the other 4 slices of bread, toasted-side up, to make 4 sandwiches.
  • Divide 1/2 cup of the remaining cheese into 4 piles on the griddle and place a sandwich over each pile, pressing down. Griddle for a few minutes until the cheese is browning and melted. Divide the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese into 4 piles on the griddle?one next to each sandwich. Then flip each sandwich onto a pile of cheese and cook for a couple of minutes until the center of each is melted.

INSIDE OUT GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 ounces shredded Cheddar-jack cheese
2 slices sourdough bread
2 ounces guacamole
2 ounces cooked black beans
1 tablespoon sriracha

Steps:

  • Place 4 ounces shredded cheese directly on a hot flat top grill or frying pan. Place bread on top and let cheese melt and get crispy. Add remaining ounce cheese to the tops of the bread and let melt.
  • Remove from grill. Spread guac on one half of the melty side of the sandwich and place beans on the other. Drizzle sriracha evenly over the guac. Mash the sandwich together so that the crispy cheese is on the outside. Slice and enjoy!

INSIDE AND OUT GRILLED CHEESE



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Crispy cheese on the outside, gooey cheese on the inside, hot and delicious - what's not to love? Adapted from a recipe by Food Wishes.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 slices white bread
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tbsp butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place both slices of bread in the melted butter.
  • Top one slice with 6 tbsp of grated cheese and flip the second slice on top. Immediately top with 1 tbsp grated cheese. Add remaining butter to empty side of pan. When butter has melted, flip sandwich cheese side down in the melted butter. Top with remaining cheese.
  • When the first side is browned and crispy, 3-4 minutes, flip the sandwich. Cook until the second side is also crispy and brown, 2-3 minutes.
  • Cool 3-4 minutes, cut in half and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.4, Fat 37.6, SaturatedFat 23.2, Cholesterol 105.1, Sodium 758.5, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 18.1

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread that will hold up to the grilling process. A sturdy sourdough or a hearty whole wheat bread are both good choices.
  • Spread the butter or oil on the outside of the sandwich, not the inside. This will help the sandwich to brown evenly and prevent the bread from getting soggy.
  • Use a good quality cheese that will melt well. A sharp cheddar, a gooey Gruyère, or a creamy Brie are all good choices.
  • Don't overload the sandwich with fillings. Too many ingredients will make it difficult to cook evenly.
  • Cook the sandwich over medium heat. This will help to prevent the bread from burning and the cheese from overcooking.
  • Flip the sandwich halfway through cooking. This will ensure that both sides are cooked evenly.
  • Let the sandwich rest for a few minutes before cutting into it. This will help the cheese to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

The inside-out grilled cheese sandwich is a fun and delicious twist on a classic comfort food. It's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it's sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect inside-out grilled cheese sandwich every time.

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