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Thick-cut rustic bread griddled to a crispy golden-brown, coated in melted butter speckled with parsley and roasted garlic.
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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese: The Ultimate Crispy, Cheesy Masterpiece

Master the ultimate Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese. This highly optimized recipe features thick-cut rustic bread, a glossy roasted garlic compound butter, and an epic blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella for the perfect cheese pull.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 slices Thick-cut rustic bread Sliced 0.75 inches (2cm) thick.
  • 1 head Whole fresh garlic For roasting and mincing.
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Extra virgin olive oil For roasting the garlic.
  • 4 tbsp (60g) Unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 1 tbsp (4g) Fresh green parsley Finely chopped.
  • 0.25 tsp (1.5g) Kosher salt For seasoning the butter.
  • 1 cup (115g) Bright orange cheddar cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1 cup (115g) Creamy white mozzarella cheese Low-moisture, freshly grated.

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Ensures even heat distribution for a golden-brown crust.
  • 1 Metal Melting Dome or Lid Traps steam to help the cheese melt quickly.
  • 1 Fish Spatula Allows for an easy, clean flip of the heavy sandwich.

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with 1 tsp (5ml) olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 40 minutes. Let cool, squeeze out the cloves, and mince finely.
  2. In a bowl, vigorously mix the 4 tbsp (60g) softened butter, minced roasted garlic, 1 tbsp (4g) chopped parsley, and 0.25 tsp (1.5g) kosher salt until glossy and cohesive.
  3. Generously spread the garlic compound butter on one side of all 4 slices of the thick-cut rustic bread.
  4. Flip two slices over (butter side down). Evenly pile the grated orange cheddar and white mozzarella on the dry sides. Top with the remaining bread slices, butter side facing up.
  5. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes until the bottom is crispy and golden-brown.
  6. If needed, cover with a melting dome for 60 seconds to soften the cheese. Use a spatula to carefully flip the sandwiches and cook the second side for another 3 to 4 minutes until golden.
  7. Remove from the skillet and let the sandwiches rest on a wire rack or plate for exactly 1 minute before slicing to ensure the perfect cheese pull.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalProtein: 26gFat: 48gFiber: 3g

Notes

Tip 1. Do not use pre-shredded cheese; grate it fresh from the block to avoid anti-caking starches that ruin the melt.
Tip 2. If the garlic pieces begin to burn in the pan, your heat is too high. Maintain medium-low heat to gently brown the bread.
Keyword Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese,Grilled Cheese Sandwich,Roasted Garlic Butter

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