Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese is a glorious mashup of two comfort food favorites: garlic bread and grilled cheese. Here’s a quick and easy recipe to make it at home:
🧄🧀 Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipe
Ingredients (for 2 sandwiches):
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4 slices of bread (sourdough or Italian bread work great)
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4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
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2 cloves garlic (minced) or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for crust)
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4 slices of cheese (like mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, or a mix)
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Salt to taste
Instructions:
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Make Garlic Butter:
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In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic (or garlic powder), chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt.
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Prep the Bread:
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Spread garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread.
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(Optional) Press the buttered side into grated Parmesan for an extra crispy, cheesy crust.
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Assemble:
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Place cheese slices between two pieces of bread, buttered sides facing out.
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Grill:
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Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Grill sandwiches for 2–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
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Serve:
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Let cool for 1 minute before cutting. Serve with marinara or tomato soup for dipping.
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🔁 Variations:
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Add-ins: Pepperoni, cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach.
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Cheese Options: Fontina, Gruyère, or American for maximum meltiness.
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Bread Swap: Try ciabatta, brioche, or Texas toast.
Would you like a version that’s vegan, spicy, or oven-baked?