Description
A quick and delicious Garlic Mushroom Grilled Cheese sandwich featuring sautéed garlic and mushrooms paired with melted cheese and buttery toasted bread, perfect for an easy lunch or cozy snack.
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices bread
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or Swiss recommended)
- Additional butter, for grilling
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until it becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet with garlic and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and golden brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Bread: Heat a separate skillet or griddle over medium heat. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread to ensure a crispy and golden crust during grilling.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on the heated skillet or griddle. Top each slice with one slice of cheese, then evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms over the cheese.
- Complete the Sandwich: Place the remaining two slices of bread on top of the mushrooms, buttered side facing up, to close the sandwich.
- Grill Sandwiches: Cook the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side, flipping carefully, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet or griddle and allow them to cool for a minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use your favorite cheese like cheddar or Swiss for best melting and flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, ensure the bread and butter fit your dietary preferences.
- You can add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to the mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use whole grain or sourdough bread for added texture and taste.
- Make sure the skillet is at medium heat to avoid burning the bread while melting the cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
