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.
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 429kcal
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