Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable View)

A gooey, melty sandwich featuring mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone cheese on crispy golden bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices country-style or sourdough bread

→ Cheeses

02 - 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 2 oz shredded provolone cheese

→ Spread

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional

06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - Pinch of black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Lay out bread slices on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on two slices if desired.
02 - In a small bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone cheeses. Mix until evenly blended.
03 - Evenly divide the cheese mixture between two bread slices. Sprinkle with black pepper if using. Top each with remaining bread slices to form complete sandwiches.
04 - Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on the outside of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until fully warmed.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula, until golden brown and cheese is completely melted.
07 - Remove from pan and let rest for 1 minute. Slice diagonally if desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Three cheeses create layers of flavor you can actually taste, not just one flat note
  • It cooks fast enough that you can make it on a whim when nothing else sounds good
  • The crust gets shatteringly crisp while the inside stays molten and gooey
  • You probably already have everything you need sitting in your fridge right now
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable because medium-high will give you burnt bread and cold cheese in the center
  • Softened butter spreads without tearing the bread, and cold butter leaves gaps that won't brown properly
  • Let the sandwich rest for a full minute or the cheese will run everywhere and burn your mouth
03 -
  • Press the sandwich gently but firmly with the spatula while it cooks to help the cheese melt faster and more evenly
  • If your bread is browning too fast, lower the heat and cover the skillet with a lid to trap heat and melt the cheese
  • Shred your own cheese from a block because pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly
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