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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

Grilled cheese is the ultimate comfort food, but you can jazz it up and make it a bit different. Combining the buttery, garlicky goodness of garlic bread with melted, gooey cheese, this Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese sandwich is a simple yet delicious twist on a classic favorite.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese on a plate.

This recipe’s beauty lies in its simplicity, using pre-made garlic bread to save time without skimping on flavor. A blend of aged Havarti (or sharp cheddar) and mozzarella ensures the perfect mix of sharp and creamy textures. Whether for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this sandwich will be a crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

  • Garlic bread – I like using prepared garlic bread—it’s so easy!
  • Aged Havarti – Or your favorite sharp cheddar—Sliced.
  • Shredded mozzarella – Or another mild, easy-melting cheese.
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How to Make Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

  1. Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Place four slices of garlic bread buttered side down on the skillet.
  3. Top each slice with two pieces of Havarti (or cheddar) and sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella over the sliced cheese.
  4. Place another slice of garlic bread, buttered side up, on top of each sandwich.
  5. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down slightly with a spatula to help the cheese melt and create a crispy golden crust. The bread should be golden brown, and the cheese fully melted.
  6. Remove from the skillet and let the sandwiches rest for a minute before slicing and serving.

Step-By-Step Process

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Look for a good balance of garlic and butter. The bakery section often has excellent options, or you can use your favorite frozen variety.
  • If you don’t have Havarti or cheddar, try Swiss or Gruyère for a deeper, richer flavor.
  • Cooking on medium heat ensures the bread doesn’t burn while the cheese melts.
  • Sprinkle some garlic powder or dried herbs like oregano or basil on the cheese for added taste.
  • For a heartier meal, add slices of tomato, bacon, or sautéed mushrooms between the cheese layers.

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Make It A Meal

These Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese sandwiches are fantastic on their own, but pairing them with a warm bowl of soup makes them even better. Classic tomato soup is a great match, but creamy soups like broccoli cheddar or potato soup work well, too. For a lighter side, serve with a simple salad or roasted vegetables.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese on a white plate.

Storage

Wrap leftover sandwiches in aluminum foil and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted. For longer storage, you can freeze them after grilling for up to 1 month. Wrap tightly in foil, and reheat from frozen in the oven for 15-20 minutes.

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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

Loaded with ooey gooey cheese, using garlic bread is a quick and easy hack to transform your favorite grilled cheese sandwiches into a flavor-packed meal! Pair these with tomato soup for a classic meal that's always satisfying.
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword garlic bread, Grilled cheese sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 429kcal
Author Chef Jenn

Ingredients

  • 8 sslices garlic bread I like using prepared garlic bread—it’s so easy!
  • 8 slices aged Havarti or your favorite sharp cheddar; sliced
  • 1 cup mozzarella or another mild, easy-melting cheese; shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
  • Place four slices of garlic bread buttered side down on the skillet.
  • Top each slice with two pieces of Havarti (or cheddar) and sprinkle ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella over the sliced cheese.
  • Place another slice of garlic bread, buttered side up, on top of each sandwich.
  • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down slightly with a spatula to help the cheese melt and create a crispy golden crust. The bread should be golden brown, and the cheese fully melted.
  • Remove from the skillet and let the sandwiches rest for a minute before slicing and serving.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Look for a good balance of garlic and butter. The bakery section often has excellent options, or you can use your favorite frozen variety.
  • If you don’t have Havarti or cheddar, try Swiss or Gruyère for a deeper, richer flavor.
  • Cooking on medium heat ensures the bread doesn’t burn while the cheese melts.
  • Sprinkle some garlic powder or dried herbs like oregano or basil on the cheese for added taste.
  • For a heartier meal, add slices of tomato, bacon, or sautéed mushrooms between the cheese layers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 863mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 634IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 551mg | Iron: 2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

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