Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese
Add Preferred SourceWhen you think of comfort food, grilled cheese is always a top contender. But if you want to take it up a notch, Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese is the way to go. This version combines the buttery goodness of garlic bread with melty, gooey cheese, making it a simple yet irresistible upgrade to the classic.
What’s great about this recipe is the use of pre-made garlic bread, saving you time without sacrificing flavor. The combination of aged Havarti (or sharp cheddar) and mozzarella creates the perfect balance of sharpness and creaminess. This Mozzarella Sandwich is perfect whether you need a quick lunch or an easy dinner – it sure gets gobbled up quickly in my house!
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.
How To Make Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese
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Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat until evenly hot.
Place four slices of garlic bread buttered side down in the skillet. Layer each with sliced Havarti (or cheddar), covering the bread fully, then sprinkle about ¼ cup shredded mozzarella over the top for extra melt.
Top each with another slice of garlic bread, buttered side up. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove from the skillet and let the sandwiches rest for 1 minute before slicing and serving.
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For the best flavor, use a high-quality garlic bread from the bakery section or your favorite frozen brand. The key is that the bread should have a good garlic and butter balance.
- If you don’t have Havarti or cheddar, you can swap in Swiss or Gruyère for a more complex flavor.
- To ensure a perfect melt, cook the sandwiches on medium heat. Too high of a heat may burn the garlic bread before the cheese fully melts.
- Add a sprinkle of garlic powder or dried herbs like oregano or basil to the cheese for an extra flavor kick.
- For a heartier sandwich, you can add slices of tomato, bacon, or even a few sautéed mushrooms in between the cheese layers.
Make It A Meal
While these Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese sandwiches are incredible on their own, they’re even better when paired with a warm bowl of soup. Classic tomato soup is a perfect match, but creamy soups like broccoli cheddar or potato soup are also great choices. For a lighter meal, serve the sandwiches with a simple side salad or some roasted veggies.
Storage
If you have any leftover Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese, wrap them in aluminum foil and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat or pop it in the oven at 350°F until heated through and the bread is crisp again. These sandwiches are best enjoyed fresh, but you can also freeze them after grilling for up to 1 month. Just wrap them tightly in foil and reheat from frozen in the oven for about 15-20 minutes.
Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 slices 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 in the skillet.
- Layer each slice with 2 slices of Havarti (or cheddar) cheese. Sprinkle ¼ cup shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
- Top with remaining garlic bread slices, buttered side up.
- Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden and cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet and rest for 1 minute. Slice in half and serve.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- For the best flavor, use a high-quality garlic bread from the bakery section or your favorite frozen brand. The key is that the bread should have a good garlic and butter balance.
- If you don’t have Havarti or cheddar, you can swap in Swiss or Gruyère for a more complex flavor.
- To ensure a perfect melt, cook the sandwiches on medium heat. Too high of a heat may burn the garlic bread before the cheese fully melts.
- Add a sprinkle of garlic powder or dried herbs like oregano or basil to the cheese for an extra flavor kick.
- For a heartier sandwich, you can add slices of tomato, bacon, or even a few sautéed mushrooms in between the cheese layers.
Nutrition
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.
