Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A comforting and scrumptious twist on the classic grilled cheese that combines sautéed mushrooms with gooey melted cheese.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 slices Bread Hearty bread like sourdough or whole grain for best texture.
- 8 ounces Mushrooms Fresh button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced.
- 8 ounces Cheese Mix of sharp cheddar and creamy mozzarella or fontina.
- 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted butter for spreading on the bread.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced garlic for sautéing with mushrooms.
- Salt To taste.
- Pepper To taste.
- Fresh herbs Optional, such as thyme or parsley.
Instructions
- 1. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them evenly. Set aside.
- 2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from heat.
- 3. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- 4. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer half of the cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and remaining cheese. Top with the other slices, buttered side facing out.
- 5. In the same skillet, grill the sandwich over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip carefully.
- 6. Grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes, pressing down gently until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
- 7. Remove from skillet, let rest for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
For variations, try different cheese combinations or add vegetables like spinach or caramelized onions.