Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich
In my opinion, a cold day means warm grilled cheese sandwiches. There is nothing better during the colder months than an ooey-gooey, golden brown grilled cheese, especially next to a bowl of easy white bean and chicken soup or white sausage tortellini soup.
My mom made the best grilled cheese sandwiches; however, I think this recipe may have her beat. We have come a long way from white bread and American cheese, so I decided to remix this favorite. In particular, I love mushrooms, the same way I love them in my wild mushroom and goat cheese puff pastry and my spinach, onion and mushroom quesadillas. If you do not, simply leave them out.
I also use Pepper Jack, which gives the sandwich a slight hint of spice, and plenty of cheese, because I like my grilled cheese cheesy. With this in mind, it is not only comforting but also a little grown-up, much like my turkey, cranberry and brie sandwich and my turkey brie croissant with strawberries and basil.
What Is a Mushroom Grilled Cheese?
In essence, it is a classic grilled cheese with an upgrade. Buttered Hawaiian bread is filled with Provolone, Pepper Jack and sautéed mushrooms, then grilled until golden and melted.
Ingredients (With Purpose & Flavor Notes)
- Hawaiian bread (8 slices, or your favorite bread). Soft and slightly sweet.
- Provolone cheese (4 slices). A smooth, mellow melt.
- Pepper Jack cheese (4 slices). A slight hint of spice.
- White mushrooms (1/2 pound, thinly sliced). Sautéed until tender.
- Butter (2 tablespoons). For the mushrooms, plus more for the bread.
- Salt, pepper and garlic powder. To taste.
- Olive oil. For the pan.
Everything I Love for This Recipe
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Large Skillet
For the mushrooms and the sandwiches.
Griddle
Cooks four sandwiches at once.
Wide Spatula
For a clean flip.
Butter Knife
For buttering the bread.
Chef’s Knife
For slicing mushrooms thin.
Cutting Board
A sturdy prep surface.
Sandwich Press
An alternative to flipping.
Butter Dish
Keeps butter soft for spreading.
Soup Bowls
For the soup on the side.
Dinner Plates
A simple plate for a simple sandwich.
Linen Napkins
A cozy touch.
Serrated Knife
Cuts sandwiches cleanly in half.
How To Make a Mushroom Grilled Cheese
Step 1: Sauté the Mushrooms
Sauté the mushrooms in the 2 tablespoons of butter. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Set aside.
Step 2: Build the Sandwiches
Butter the bread. Build four sandwiches with the Provolone, Pepper Jack and mushrooms.
Step 3: Heat the Pan
Set a pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
Step 4: Grill
Grill the sandwiches on each side until golden and the cheese has melted.
Step 5: Serve
Serve and enjoy!
Mushroom Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients
- 8 slices Hawaiian bread or your favorite bread
- 4 slices Provolone cheese
- 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese
- 1/2 lb white mushrooms sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons butter for the mushrooms
- salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste
- butter for the bread
- olive oil for the pan
Instructions
- Sauté the mushrooms in the 2 tablespoons of butter. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Butter the bread. Build four sandwiches with the Provolone, Pepper Jack and mushrooms.
- Set a pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Grill the sandwiches on each side until golden and the cheese has melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Skip the Mushrooms
Leave them out if they are not your favorite.
Change the Bread
Use your favorite bread; here is where to find fresh bread in Atlanta.
Change the Cheese
Any good melting cheese works.
Make It a Quesadilla
Try my turkey, cranberry and brie quesadilla.
When I Love Serving This Sandwich
Cold, Rainy Days
Comfort food at its best.
Soup Night
Furthermore, it is made for dunking.
Quick Weeknight Dinners
Ready in about 25 minutes.
Lunch at Home
A step up from the usual.
Game Day
Cut into strips and serve with a French fry board.
Movie Night
Equally important, everyone loves a grilled cheese.
What To Serve With It
A Salad
The winter salad, a pear and gorgonzola salad or one of these 8 salads.
A Vegetable Side
Sauteed asparagus and mushrooms.
A Dip
Creamy spinach dip or cheese fondue.
A Warm Drink
Shelf Life & Storage Tips
- Best fresh. A grilled cheese is at its best straight from the pan.
- Prep ahead. Sauté the mushrooms in advance and refrigerate them.
- Reheating. Warm in a skillet over medium-low heat so the bread stays crisp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cheese do you use?
Provolone and Pepper Jack.
What bread works best?
I use Hawaiian bread; your favorite bread works too.
Can I leave out the mushrooms?
Yes.
Is it spicy?
The Pepper Jack gives a slight hint of spice.
How many does it make?
Four sandwiches.
Final Thoughts
All things considered, this is the grilled cheese I make when I want comfort with a little something extra. Without a doubt, pairing it with a great soup or salad takes it to another level.
