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15 Grilled Cheese Sandwiches That Are About To Blow Your Mind, Because Yes, This Perfect Food Gets Better
When it comes to our favorite foods, nothing beats out a good ole' classic like a grilled cheese sandwich. Warm, melty, gooey cheese in between two slices of crispy, toasted bread, enough butter for the rest of the week, and maybe even some potato chips or French fries on the side to round out this very healthy meal. Doesn't that just make you want to run out and get one right now?
Well, don't, because I have something that may be better than a classic grilled cheese. Actually, I have 15 things that may be better than a classic grilled cheese. Crazy gourmet grilled cheese recipes are the new cheddar-and-white option, and while they might require a little extra work, they are so completely worth it. Trust me. You'll want to start eating these for breakfast, lunch, and dinner — and I fully encourage that.
Image: How Sweet It Is
Spinach & Artichoke Grilled Cheese
Who says you only have to eat spinach and artichoke together in dip form? Since it’s perfect on crackers, it makes sense that it’s also perfect on bread.
Recipe and Photo: Joy The Baker
Banana Bread, Brie, & Chocolate Grilled Cheese
I don’t want to freak you guys out, but I am literally drooling as I write this. Banana bread. Brie. Chocolate. Grilled cheese. I mean, come on.
Recipe and Food: How Sweet It Is
Crispy Kale Grilled Cheese with Fried Eggs
If you’re looking for the perfect brunch recipe, try this one. Eggs, bread, melted cheese, and kale make a great combo. And it has kale on it, so it’s healthy, right? Yeah, basically.
Recipe and Photo: How Sweet It Is
Romesco Grilled Cheese with Watercress & Gruyere
This red pepper sauce with lots of seasoning pairs perfectly with Gruyere cheese and peppery watercress. You’ll want to keep this sauce forever, and you can use it on way more than just grilled cheeses.
Recipe and Photo: A Better Happier St Sebastian
Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Garlic Confit & Baby Arugula
Arugula and gourmet cheeses make an excellent pair, and once you add this flavor-heavy garlic confit, you’ve got a very rich sandwich that tastes peppery and savory.
Recipe and Photo: Food and Style
Dijon Brussels Sprouts Grilled Cheese
This might sound like something your 5-year-old self would be horrified by, but it should be something that your present self is amazed by. Brussels sprouts and grilled cheese?! Who would have thought?! But if anything could make Brussels sprouts even more delicious than they already are, it would be melted brie.
Recipe and Photo: A Cozy Kitchen
Persimmon, Prosciutto, & Brie Grilled Cheese
You should already know how well prosciutto pairs with fruit and brie, so why not combine all of them together for a delicious sandwich?
Recipe and Photo: Joy The Baker
Burrata & Jalapeno Corn Grilled Cheese
Does it seem strange to put corn on a sandwich? Yes. Does it also seem delicious? Absolutely. This mix of burrata, mozzarella, jalapeno, and corn on brioche bread is sure to impress anybody.
Recipe and Photo: Climbing Grier Mountain
Crockpot Pulled Pork & Beer Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
One of the best things about this sandwich is that it looks super elaborate, but it uses a crockpot, which makes things just a little bit easier.
Recipe and Photo: How Sweet It Is
Crispy Zucchini Grilled Cheese with Dijon Horseradish Aioli
The delicious aioli is really what makes this grilled cheese stand out, so don’t think you can get away with eliminating this step.
Recipe and Photo: How Sweet It Is
Smoked Gouda & Tomato Jam Grilled Cheese
Deliciously sweet and spicy tomato jam pairs perfectly with the BBQ taste of smokey gouda cheese. Add some butter and thick sourdough bread for an amazing sandwich that is definitely more elegant than your usual grilled cheese.
Recipe and Photo: Adventures In Cooking
Caramelized Peach, Mascarpone, & Dark Chocolate Grilled Cheese
Um… is this real? This recipe for a grilled cheese that is more of a dessert than a lunch or dinner food looks amazing and incredible and wonderful, and every other nice adjective you could think of to describe it.
Recipe and Photo: How Sweet It Is
Peppadew Pepper, Goat Cheese, & Bacon Grilled Cheese
Sometimes all you need to do to make a grilled cheese that feels gourmet is to add something a little spicy, a good bread, and of course, bacon. This is simple, but tastes like it was a lot more work.
Recipe and Photo: Cooking For Keeps
Caramelized Butternut, Roasted Garlic, & Coconut Butter Grilled Cheese
Roasting garlic is easily the best way to eat garlic, and I can only imagine that caramelizing butternut squash would make it even sweeter than it already is. Add in some fontina cheese, which melts beautifully, and you’ve got a seriously amazing sandwich.
Recipe and Photo: How Sweet It Is
Shiitake Mushroom & Chipotle Grilled Cheese
Mushrooms, cream cheese, and melted cheddar combine to make a deliciously gooey grilled cheese. With the addition of chipotle peppers and seasoning, you’ve got a very flavorful sandwich on your hands.
Recipe and Photo: Domestic Fits
