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Garlic bread grilled cheese bumps two old favorites up a notch. You spread garlicky butter all over some bread, melt cheese in the middle, and in around fifteen minutes you’ve got a super tasty, cozy sandwich. It works whether you need a fast lunch fix or you’re after some comfort at dinner. Makes a regular day feel a lot more fun.
The first time I cooked this, my family couldn’t wait to dig in—they hovered around way before the sandwiches finished. Now, just the smell of that garlic butter brings them running.
Irresistible Ingredients
- Cheese: mozzarella and cheddar go gooey and add a little sharp kick best if you buy blocks and shred fresh for meltiness
- Bread: thick white or sourdough holds up and soaks in all that butter and cheese without falling apart
- Dried parsley: gives a little green color and gentle herby taste look for bright green flakes if you can
- Garlic powder: punches up the flavor and mixes in easily plus you’ll get a steady garlic taste every time
- Butter: soft, creamy, and easy to spread—choose a tasty one for the best flavor
Simple Step-by-Step Guide
- Dive In and Serve:
- When everything’s crisp and melty, take your sandwiches off the pan and eat them right away for max crunch and cheesy goodness
- Cook the Second Side:
- Flip them gently and brown the other side until it’s toasty and cheese is fully gooey
- Start Grilling:
- Heat your pan low, place sandwiches in with care, and wait about four or five minutes for the bottom to turn golden (don’t rush or burn it)
- Put the Cheese On:
- Set two slices butter side down and cover with your shredded cheese, edge to edge, then top with the other slices, butter facing out
- Spread on Butter:
- Cover one side of each bread slice with a good amount of garlic butter—hit every corner for even toasting
- Mix Up Garlic Butter:
- Grab a bowl and combine your softened butter with garlic powder and parsley mix until smooth and everything’s evenly mixed
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I always lean on the mozzarella-cheddar combo for stretch and tang. My daughter tried it and just said ‘wow’ with a grin—now she asks for it every lazy Saturday.
Keeping It Fresh
If you need to save some for later, cool completely, then wrap up tight in foil or use a sealed container. Keep in the fridge, but only for a couple days. To get it crispy and melty again, use a skillet on low—microwaves make the bread soggy, so skip those.
Swap Outs and Options
Got no cheddar or mozzarella Go full-on with one cheese or switch for pepper jack if you want a little heat, or swap in Swiss for a mild taste. Fresh garlic works too—just blend it into your butter and let it rest a few minutes. Got whole wheat or crusty bread lying around Just use that for extra bite and a hearty feel.
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Serving Up Ideas
This sandwich loves a dip in classic tomato soup. Toss on some pickles or chips if you want crunch. Or keep it filling and fresh by adding a green salad with some zingy dressing.
Bold Cheesy American Classic
Garlic bread grilled cheese mixes Italian-American comfort with everything good from diner sandwiches. When I was a kid, grilled cheese after school was a treat, and throwing garlic butter into the mix always makes me think of pizza nights when no one wanted to give up the last buttery slice.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → How do you keep the cheese gooey but the bread doesn't end up burnt?
Turn your stove down low so the bread gets time to toast slowly. That way, the cheese inside melts nicely and you don't burn the outside.
- → Is it okay to swap in fresh garlic instead of garlic powder?
If you've got fresh garlic on hand, just chop it up small! The powder mixes into butter super evenly so it's easy to spread, but the fresh stuff works too.
- → Which cheeses melt best for this kind of sandwich?
Mix up some cheddar and mozzarella for that perfect gooey-pull and rich flavor, but use whatever cheese makes you happy.
- → What's a good bread option for making this at home?
Go for thick sourdough or a strong white bread—these hold up great and get nice and crisp in the pan. But honestly, any sandwich loaf will do the trick.
- → Any serving tips once it's all cooked?
Bite in while it's piping hot so you enjoy the best crunch and melty cheese. Makes a killer match with tomato soup or a leafy salad too.