How to Make Three-Cheese and Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled cheese sandwiches are a classic comfort food that have been enjoyed by people of all ages for generations. There's something about the combination of gooey melted cheese and perfectly toasted bread that just hits the spot every time. And while a traditional grilled cheese is always a crowd pleaser, sometimes it's fun to mix things up and add some extra ingredients to take it to the next level. That's where the Three-Cheese and Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich comes in.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon mayonnaise
  • 2 slices bread
  • 1 slice jalapeno Jack cheese
  • 1 roma tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1 slice mozzarella cheese
  • 4 leaves fresh basil, chiffonade (rolled and cut into ribbons)
  • 1 slice Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 sandwich

  • Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each slice of bread. Place bread slices mayo-side down in the hot skillet. Place jalapeno Jack cheese on 1 slice of bread, and top with tomato slices. Place mozzarella cheese on the other slice, top with basil, then top with Cheddar cheese. Cook until bread turns golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully invert the piece with the tomato onto the piece with the basil.
  • Nutrition

    419 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 805mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 585mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 255mg