Garlic Butter Mayo Grilled Cheese (Print View)

Golden sourdough crisped with garlic mayo and melted cheddar for a flavorful, light sandwich experience.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 2 slices mozzarella cheese (optional)

→ Garlic Mayo Spread

04 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 1 large garlic clove, finely minced
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Assembly

08 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, parsley, and black pepper until combined.
02 - Lay out sourdough slices and optionally spread Dijon mustard on the inside surfaces of two slices.
03 - Place 2 slices sharp cheddar and 1 slice mozzarella (if using) between two bread slices to form sandwiches.
04 - Spread the garlic mayo mixture evenly on the outside of each sandwich on both sides.
05 - Warm a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
06 - Cook sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in under 20 minutes, which means you can go from "I'm hungry" to "wow, that was incredible" faster than any delivery option.
  • The garlic mayo creates a crispy exterior that actually stays crispy, not the soggy mess that happens when you use too much butter.
  • You probably have everything already in your kitchen, making this the perfect solution when you need something substantial but don't want to cook.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable—this sandwich needs time to build that crispy exterior while the cheese melts inside, and high heat will betray you every time.
  • Spreading the mayo evenly on the outside makes the difference between "nice sandwich" and "why does this taste like a restaurant made it."
03 -
  • Press the sandwich gently with the spatula after about two minutes on each side—this helps the cheese melt evenly and the bread toast more uniformly.
  • If you prefer your cheese extra melty, cover the skillet with a lid for the last minute of cooking on each side, trapping steam that speeds up the melting.
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