GRILLED CHEESE-AND-TOMATO CASSEROLE

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If tomato soup and grilled cheese is your go-to comfort food, then we have the casserole for you. Using the broiler instead of the stovetop makes the work of grilling the bread and cheese easier-try it method when you're cooking sandwiches for a crowd.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
12 slices white bread
12 slices Cheddar (about 12 ounces)
6 slices Swiss cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
4 cups mixed cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Kosher salt
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 large eggs
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Brush a 9-by-13-inch flameproof baking dish with some of the melted butter.
  • Lay 6 of the bread slices out on a baking sheet in 1 even layer. Brush the tops generously with butter. Broil, rotating the baking sheet as needed, until the bread is golden brown and toasted, 2 to 4 minutes. Flip the slices (untoasted side facing up). Put 2 slices of the Cheddar each on 3 pieces of the bread and 1 slice of the Swiss cheese each on the 3 remaining slices. Return the baking sheet to the broiler until the cheese completely melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Sandwich together each Swiss-topped bread slice with a Cheddar-topped slice. Repeat with the remaining bread, Cheddar and Swiss and more butter.
  • Trim the crusts off the sandwiches, then arrange the sandwiches in 1 layer in the prepared baking dish. Scatter the Parmesan over the top.
  • Scatter the tomatoes on the baking sheet, and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Broil until they are very soft and the skins are wrinkled and browned in spots, 4 to 5 minutes. Scatter the tomatoes over the sandwiches.
  • Switch the broiler to bake, and preheat to 350 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the half-and-half, mayonnaise, eggs, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a large bowl. Pour over the tomatoes and sandwiches (the liquid won't completely cover). Cover with foil, and bake until the custard is mostly set, about 30 minutes. Remove the foil, and continue to bake until the casserole is hot and golden brown in spots, about 15 minutes more. Scatter the parsley on top, and serve hot.

Payton Mccartney
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This grilled cheese and tomato casserole is a delicious and easy meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual lunch.


taffie tshuma
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my casserole turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Praizy Yolo
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Brock Haner
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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover grilled cheese sandwiches.


Virginia Bohler
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This recipe is a keeper! The casserole was a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to serve for a potluck or party.


DLS DUDE
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I'm not a big fan of grilled cheese sandwiches, but this casserole was surprisingly good. The tomatoes added a nice sweetness to the dish. I would definitely make it again.


Haidyn Chambo
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This grilled cheese and tomato casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. I love that it's easy to make too.


Tamim Perfect
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The cheese was too runny and the tomatoes were too watery. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Camilla Duduzile
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This casserole was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best grilled cheese he's ever had.


Juan De Beer
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The grilled cheese and tomato casserole was a unique and tasty dish. I will definitely be making it again.


Charelle Templeton
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The casserole is cheesy, gooey, and delicious. My kids loved it!


jawad raja
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I've never had grilled cheese and tomato casserole before, but it was really good! The flavors of the cheese, tomatoes, and bread all went well together. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Baily Davis
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This grilled cheese and tomato casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The tomatoes added a nice tangy flavor to the casserole. I will definitely be making this again.