Best Ever Grilled Cheese Sandwich

By 1For_Him

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
• 8 slices sourdough bread
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced

Details

Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Spread 3 tablespoons butter on one side of bread slices. Toast bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Manchego cheese, onion powder and remaining 3 tablespoons butter. In another bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere.

To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of four bread slices with sliced Brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Even though it creates an extra step, toasting the bread on both sides makes a big difference!
Do you love those crunchy, crispy bits of cheese that fall out of the sandwich and caramelize on the pan? Adding the Manchego or Parmesan to the butter and mayonnaise mixture gives you a similar result.