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Sliced Grilled Cheese with Mushrooms, Garlic, Chili, and Oregano served on a plate

Gourmet Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

The Gourmet Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delicious twist on the classic, featuring earthy mushrooms like Portobello or cremini, paired with a mix of cheeses that melt into a creamy, gooey delight. The addition of roasted red peppers and tangy goat cheese elevates the flavors, while the crispy, golden bread provides the perfect crunch. It's a comforting, yet refined meal perfect for any occasion.
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Course: lunch
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 328kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 250 g ½lb mushrooms sliced
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

For the grilled cheese

  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • butter
  • 1 cup mature or sharp cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
  • Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook until golden brown.
    Cooking sliced mushrooms in a pan for Grilled Cheese with Mushrooms, Garlic, Chili, and Oregano
  • Stir in the garlic, chili, and oregano, cooking for another minute.
    Heating the pan and melting butter for Grilled Cheese with Mushrooms, Garlic, Chili, and Oregano
  • Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Mix the mozzarella and cheddar cheese, then divide the cheese between four slices of bread.
    Mixing mozzarella and cheddar cheese for Grilled Cheese
  • Top the cheese with the cooked mushrooms and sandwich with the remaining slices of bread. Butter both sides generously.
    Assembling the Grilled Cheese sandwich with mushroom mixture and mixed cheeses
  • Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat, then cook the sandwiches until golden brown and crispy on both sides, and the cheese has melted. Slice and serve.
    Cooking the Grilled Cheese sandwich on a non-stick pan

Nutrition

Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 649mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 268IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 419mg | Iron: 3mg