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This Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich truly is a GEM of a recipe. It's quick to make, savory, and oh so delicious. Melty cheese sandwiched between salty and buttery toasted bread...I'm drooling thinking about eating it again!
The Perfect Grilled Cheese Recipe
I almost don't know the words to describe how much I love munching on a good 'ole grilled cheese in the fall. Something about the crunchy, toasty bread and gooey cheese makes me so incredibly happy. And dipped into a nice big bowl of warm, tomato soup?! Say no more. I'm ALL in!
This Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese truly is a GEM of a recipe. It's quick to make, savory, and oh so delicious. Melty cheese sandwiched between salty and buttery toasted bread...I'm drooling thinking about eating it again. And it tastes even better dipped in my homemade Roasted Tomato Soup! Honestly, it reminds me of being wrapped up in a cozy blanket.
DO NOT sleep on this one, friends! What a perfect recipe to enjoy for lunch, dinner, or whenever the craving hits! (And after you eat it, you will be craving it A LOT. 😉)
Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ingredients
Cooking Spray: Spray on your pan to help keep your sandwich from sticking.
Fresh Bread: Using fresh bread is a real game changer here. I love picking up a simple Tuscano or French loaf from the bakery section of the grocery store.
Butter: Use at room temperature so it's easier to spread.
Cheese: In this recipe, I use 1 slice each of pepper jack and aged gouda. Sometimes I do a sharp cheddar. We'll also throw in a ¼ cup of shredded Colby jack. These are just my recommendations. Use what you like!
Mayonnaise: This will help the shredded cheese stick to the other cheeses!
Italian Seasoning: I put a little bit in with the cheese to add some more delicious and savory flavor.
2-3 minutes & a few tools
To make this Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese, you'll need a frying pan, spatula, cutting board, and a knife.
How to make this delicious grilled cheese
- Heat a frying pan to medium heat. Then, generously spray pan with cooking spray.
- Butter each slice of your bread on the side that will be on the frying pan. Place both pieces next to each other in the pan.
- Put 1 slice of pepper jack cheese on one slice of bread. Place a slice of aged gouda on the other slice of bread.
- Next, spread mayo on one slice of cheese. Whichever slice that is, put the shredded cheese on that slice. It will act as a glue for the shredded cheese to keep it from getting all over the place.
- Sprinkle some Italian seasoning on top of the shredded cheese.
- Put the slices of bread together. By now, the cheese will have started to melt and will help keep the sandwich together naturally.
- Lastly, flip once or twice so both sides of the bread are a beautiful golden brown. If you need to turn down the heat to a medium-low so the bread doesn’t burn, please do.
- Heat up your favorite soup and enjoy!
get fancy shmancy with your grilled cheese
On its own, grilled cheese is absolutely amazing. But stuffed with delicious extras? Your amazing sandwich will be taken to a whole new level! What are the best 'extras' on a grilled cheese sandwich? Here are some ideas:
- Why stop at one cheese? There's a reason I use 3 cheeses in this recipe! Cheese is so unique and can have so many different flavors—and even textures. How it's made, how old it is, and how you use it can affect the taste. It's so fun to play around with and learn what combinations you like best.
- Add a little sauce! Red pepper jelly, garlic aioli, pesto, hot sauce, dijon mustard—you name it, it'll taste great!
- Stuff it! Grilled cheese sandwiches have room for more than just cheese. Add your favorite protein like chicken or roasted turkey breast. Toss in some pickles, pickled or caramelized onions, or spices like tarragon or thyme.
Frequently asked questions
How do I store this grilled cheese?
I don't recommend that you store it. Due to the delicious freshness that is a grilled sandwich, you really should be eating it right away!
Any tips for success?
Get GOOD bread. It doesn’t have to be wildly expensive. Homemade or fresh from your local bakery is best. If it's still slightly warm and has crusty edges, it will make this sandwich EXTRA delicious.
How do I prevent the bread from burning?
Control the heat source! Keeping the stove at a steady medium heat will allow the cheese to melt without burning the bread. Not all stoves function the exact same way, so feel free to lower the heat if necessary.
Why is butter put on the outside of a grilled cheese sandwich?
To help each piece become crispy and toasty!
Can you reheat a grilled cheese sandwich in the microwave?
I wouldn't recommend it. It would get soggy. You want to enjoy it fresh because it's crunchy and crispy!
What is your favorite side with grilled cheese?
Soup, macaroni salad, Caesar salad, potato chips...so many possibilities!
Other recipes you might like:
Grilled Apple and Goat Cheese Chicken Sandwich
Healthy Chicken Tortellini Soup
Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- spatula
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 2 slices fresh bread
- 1 tbsp butter, room temperature
- 1 slice pepper jack cheese
- 1 slice aged gouda cheese
- 1 tbsp mayo
- ¼ cup Colby jack cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat a frying pan to medium heat. Then, generously spray pan with cooking spray.
- Butter each slice of your bread on the side that will be on the frying pan. Place both pieces next to each other in the pan.
- Put 1 slice of pepper jack cheese on one slice of bread. Place a slice of aged gouda on the other slice of bread.
- Next, spread mayo on one slice of cheese. Whichever slice that is, put the shredded cheese on that slice. It will act as a glue for the shredded cheese to keep it from getting all over the place.
- Sprinkle some Italian seasoning on top of the shredded cheese.
- Put the slices of bread together. By now, the cheese will have started to melt and will help keep the sandwich together naturally.
- Lastly, flip once or twice so both sides of the bread are a beautiful golden brown. If you need to turn down the heat to a medium-low so the bread doesn’t burn, please do.
- Heat up your favorite soup and enjoy!
Notes
I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. It’s my passion to create dishes that can be shared with others. Tell me something you loved, something that you think it might need, or just say hi!
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1 serving: 49 grams Carbs | 38 grams Fat | 12 grams Protein
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Grilled cheese holds a special place in my heart as it was the first thing I ever learned to cook as a kid. It's such a classic comfort food that I'm constantly trying to elevate and this recipe does exactly that. Grilled cheese but make it fancy!! This is the first time I tried mayo on my grilled cheese and O M G life changing. And of course, make some tomato soup to dip this cheesy goodness into
I literally mapped my entire day around this grilled cheese and it was worth EVERY FREAKING BITE! I was skeptical of Mayo on a grilled cheese, but Courtney knows what she is talking about!! Run to make this with tomato soup ASAP. Absolutely do NOT skimp on fresh bread—the crunch it delivers is unlike any other. I wish I had a picture to add but ate it before I had even made my husband’s sandwich.