Pin this A decadent grilled cheese sandwich featuring savory roasted garlic, sautéed mushrooms, fresh thyme, and gooey melted cheese on crispy golden bread.
This sandwich quickly became a favorite in my family for its rich taste and crispy texture
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 head garlic, 200 g (7 oz) cremini or button mushrooms sliced, 1 small yellow onion thinly sliced, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- Dairy: 120 g (4 oz) Gruyère cheese grated, 120 g (4 oz) mozzarella cheese grated, 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- Bread: 4 slices sourdough or country bread
- Condiments & Seasonings: 2 tbsp olive oil, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Slice the top off the garlic head drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil wrap in foil and roast for 2530 minutes until soft. Squeeze out the cloves and mash into a paste set aside.
- Step 2:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 23 minutes until softened. Add mushrooms and thyme season with salt and pepper and sauté for 68 minutes until mushrooms are golden and any liquid has evaporated. Transfer to a plate.
- Step 3:
- Spread roasted garlic paste evenly onto one side of each bread slice.
- Step 4:
- Layer half the cheese mixture on two slices of bread (garlic side up) top with the mushroom mixture then the remaining cheese. Cover with the remaining bread slices garlic side down.
- Step 5:
- Spread butter on the outside of each sandwich.
- Step 6:
- Heat a clean skillet over mediumlow. Grill sandwiches 34 minutes per side pressing gently until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
- Step 7:
- Slice and serve hot.
Pin this This recipe brings our family together every evening especially when served with a simple side salad or tomato soup
Notes
For extra flavor add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the mushrooms while sautéing. Swiss or Fontina cheese work well as substitutes. Serve with a simple green salad or tomato soup.
Required Tools
Oven Skillet Knife Cutting board Cheese grater Foil
Nutritional Information
Calories 480 Total Fat 27 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 21 g per serving
Pin this This grilled cheese sandwich is a perfect quick meal full of rich flavors and satisfying textures
Frequently Asked Recipe Questions
- → How do you roast garlic for this dish?
Slice the top off a garlic head, drizzle with oil, wrap in foil, and roast at 200°C (400°F) for 25–30 minutes until soft.
- → What mushrooms work best for this sandwich?
Cremini or button mushrooms are ideal, sautéed until golden and tender to enhance their earthy flavor.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses used?
Yes, Swiss or Fontina cheeses are excellent alternatives that melt well and complement the flavors.
- → How do you achieve a crispy crust on the bread?
Spread softened butter on the outside of each slice and grill over medium-low heat, pressing gently until golden and crisp.
- → What herbs enhance the sandwich’s flavor profile?
Fresh thyme leaves add a bright, herbal note that pairs perfectly with the roasted garlic and mushrooms.
- → Any tips for added depth of flavor?
Adding a splash of balsamic vinegar to the mushrooms during sautéing gives a subtle tangy depth.