Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Garlic Mushroom Grilled Cheese recipe. Packed with savory mushrooms, gooey cheeses, and aromatic garlic, this sandwich is a gourmet twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Mushrooms:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Grilled Cheese:
- 4 slices sourdough or crusty bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter (for grilling)
Instructions
- Cook the Garlic Mushrooms: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter with olive oil. Add mushrooms and cook until browned. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Divide cheeses between two bread slices. Top with mushroom mixture and remaining bread slices.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Melt butter in a skillet, cook sandwiches until golden and cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Add caramelized onions or pesto for extra flavor.
- Try with gluten-free bread or dairy-free cheese alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
