This easy grilled cheese sandwich features a garlic butter spread, two gooey types of cheese, fresh tomato slices, and tangy sourdough bread. It's the ultimate comfort food!

Rainy days always make me crave a good grilled cheese sandwich. Something about the bubbling, gooey, melted cheese in a grilled sandwich is so satisfying when you are cold and wet. I wanted to elevate the classic grilled cheese sandwich, so I've created a garlic grilled cheese sandwich!

This recipe is a marriage of your standard diner grilled cheese with cheesy garlic bread: it features a garlic butter spread, two gooey types of sharp and nutty cheeses, fresh tomato slices, and tangy sourdough bread. Rich, buttery, cheesy, garlicky, with slightly sweet tomatoes - it's the ultimate comfort food!

And don't miss out on my recipe for French Onion Grilled Cheese! Both sandwiches can be paired with this Roasted Butternut Squash Carrot Ginger Soup.

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• Why This Recipe Works
• Needed Ingredients
• Easy Step-By-Step Instructions
• Pro Tips and FAQS
• More Quick & Easy Vegetarian Recipes!
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Why This Recipe Works

Ready in 10 Minutes

Simple and Easy Ingredients

Gooey, Bubbly, and Melted Goodness

Kid-Friendly

Great On-The-Go Lunch Option

Needed Ingredients

• Unsalted butter - using unsalted butter lets you control the amount of salt in your dish
  
• Garlic - the key ingredient in this dish!
  
• Fresh parsley - adds freshness
  
• Sourdough bread - I prefer sourdough bread but you can use your favorite type of sandwich bread
  
• Cheddar cheese - provides sharp tanginess that pairs nicely with the richness of this sandwich
  
• Provolone cheese - creamy and nutty
  
• Tomato - sweet and acidic, and cuts through the richness of a grilled cheese

Easy Step-By-Step Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, garlic, and parsley (if using). Set aside.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread.

3. Place two buttered bread slices (buttered side down) in skillet. Place 1-2 slices of cheddar, provolone, and tomato, along with pinch of salt and pepper, on top of bread, and top with remaining buttered sourdough (with buttered side facing up).

4. Cook for around 4-5 minutes or until bottom turns golden brown. Flip over sandwich and cook another 4-5 minutes, until other side is golden brown. Serve warm.

Pro Tips and FAQS

Go low and slow. Be patient with your grilled cheese. If it looks like your cheese isn't melting after a few minutes, cover the pan for a minute or two to help it along.

How do I reheat my grilled cheese? I recommend reheating it in the toaster oven (or regular oven) to help re-crisp the bread. Place it in a 350 degree F oven for around 10 minutes. Reheating in the microwave may lead to soggy bread.

Use good quality bread. If you aren't into making homemade bread, treat yourself to a loaf form your local bakery. Freshly made bread makes a huge difference when you are making a simple sandwich with just a few ingredients.

Can I use a different cheese? Yes! Use your favorite cheese in this recipe, if you don't prefer cheddar or provolone.

Enjoy your week, and feel free to drop me a line in the comments – I would love to hear if you try this recipe! Or tag me on Instagram @maryannehoekstra to let me know how it turned out! Also, if you are enjoying my blog, please consider recommending it to your friends. They can subscribe here.

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• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic
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