Ingredients
Bread and Butter Mixture
- 2 slices sturdy sandwich bread (regular or gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon softened butter
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley (or ½ teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan cheese (vegetarian rennet-free if necessary)
- Pinch of salt (only if using unsalted butter)
Cheese Filling
- ¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together the softened butter, garlic powder, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and salt if using unsalted butter. This will create the flavorful garlic butter spread for the bread.
- Butter the Bread: Evenly spread the prepared garlic butter mixture over one side of each slice of bread, making sure the butter covers the entire surface and reaches the edges for a uniform crispy crust.
- Assemble Sandwich in Skillet: Place one slice of bread buttered-side down on a skillet heated over medium-low heat. Layer the shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella (or Monterey Jack) cheeses on top, and sprinkle with a pinch of black pepper. Then place the second bread slice on top with the buttered side facing outward.
- Cook First Side: Let the sandwich cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, until the bottom side is crisp, golden brown, and the cheese starts to melt.
- Flip and Cook Second Side: Carefully flip the sandwich over. Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the other side to become golden and ensuring the cheese inside melts completely.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for 1 minute before slicing. This helps the cheese set slightly and keeps the sandwich deliciously gooey yet manageable. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Use sturdy bread to hold up well to the melting cheese and garlic butter crust without becoming soggy.
- For dietary preferences, use gluten-free bread if needed and vegetarian Parmesan made without animal rennet.
- Adjust the cheese blend as preferred for different flavors and meltiness.
- Cooking on medium-low heat prevents burning the butter crust while melting the cheese perfectly.
- Letting the sandwich rest after cooking prevents cheese from spilling out when sliced.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
