Gourmet Grilled Cheese

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Gourmet Grilled Cheese
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 28, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 slices of thick-cut artisan bread
  • 2 tablespoons of butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided
  • 4 ounces of cheese, grated
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil onto one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Place the slices of bread, butter side down, on the hot skillet.
  4. Sprinkle the grated cheese onto the top of one slice of bread.
  5. Combine the minced garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  6. Sprinkle the garlic herb mix over the grated cheese.
  7. Place the remaining slice of bread, butter side up, over the top of the cheese.
  8. Cook for about 4 minutes, until the bottom piece of bread is golden brown.
  9. Carefully flip the sandwich over and cook for another 4 minutes, or until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  10. Slice the sandwich in half and serve hot.

Interesting Facts

  • Grilled cheese sandwiches were first served in the 1920s.
  • Grilled cheese sandwiches are a popular comfort food.
  • The combination of cheese, herbs, and spices in this sandwich make it a delicious gourmet treat.