Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable)

A decadent sandwich featuring mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone for a gooey, flavorful melt with a satisfyingly crispy crust.

# What You 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

# Directions:

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 cheese. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Evenly distribute the cheese mixture between two bread slices. Sprinkle with black pepper if using.
04 - Top each filled slice with remaining bread slices to form complete sandwiches.
05 - Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on the outside of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.
06 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until evenly warmed.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
08 - Remove from pan and let rest for 1 minute. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Three cheeses create layers of flavor and texture that a single cheese just cant match.
  • It comes together in twenty minutes but tastes like you fussed over it.
  • The crispy buttery crust against that molten center is pure comfort without any guilt about simplicity.
02 -
  • If your heat is too high, the bread will burn before the cheese melts, leaving you with a bitter crust and cold, hard cheese inside.
  • Softened butter spreads without tearing the bread, and it toasts more evenly than cold butter ever will.
  • Mixing the cheeses before assembling means you won't end up with a sandwich that is all mozzarella on one side and all cheddar on the other.
03 -
  • Press the sandwich gently with your spatula while it cooks to help the cheese melt faster without cranking up the heat.
  • If you want an even deeper flavor, grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded—it melts smoother and tastes sharper.
  • Use a lid for the first two minutes of cooking to trap heat and encourage the cheese to melt through before the bread gets too dark.
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