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Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese

November 18, 2015 by Annie Chesson 47 Comments

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Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese - This is seriously the best grilled cheese sandwich you will ever have! Brushed with a garlic, red pepper flake, and thyme infused butter and stuffed with three different cheeses, this crispy and melty sandwich will be a household favorite! TheGarlicDiaries.com

Um….excuse me while I have a moment with this grilled cheese.

This. Grilled. Cheese. Is. The. Best. Thing. Ever.

Yes, I have been known to say that a lot about many different things…but fo reals. THIS IS THE BEST THING EVER.

I died when I ate it. I died and went to crispy, buttery, cheesy, flavor heaven. And I wanted to stay there forever. You know what I would wish for if I had one wish? I would wish that I could eat this exact grilled cheese for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every single day and it actually be super good for me. Like the equivalent of a spinach salad. Or a protein shake.

Wouldn’t that be the best thing ever???!!?

You don’t have to answer. I already know your answer. It’s yes.

Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese - This is seriously the best grilled cheese sandwich you will ever have! Brushed with a garlic, red pepper flake, and thyme infused butter and stuffed with three different cheeses, this crispy and melty sandwich will be a household favorite! TheGarlicDiaries.com

Just everything about this sandwich is so wonderful. So…why the title “Fancy Schmancy?” Because it is fanc-aayyyy. Here’s why:

  1. The bread. It’s sliced sourdough bread from the bakery section. Don’t select a bread from the aisle of your grocery store where all the bagged loaves of sandwich bread are. Don’t do that. Not for this. Buy one of the pre-sliced, nicer breads from the bakery section of your grocery store. I used sourdough and it was wonderful.
  2. The butter. You melt some butter in a sauce pan with a crushed clove of garlic, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and a pinch of dried thyme while you assemble your sandwich. Then you brush this butter on the bread before cooking the sandwich. It adds sooooooo much FLAVA.
  3. The mustard. We add a light smear of Dijon mustard to the bread before adding the cheese. This adds another element and layer of flavor that just pushes this grilled cheese totally over the top. Like…way over.
  4. The cheese. Correction…cheese(s). Three to be exact. Oh yes…three. I used cheddar, muenster, and Asiago. But you are free to choose whatever cheeses your wonderful heart desires! The important thing is that you use a few different cheeses so you can get some varied flavors goin’ on in there.

Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese - This is seriously the best grilled cheese sandwich you will ever have! Brushed with a garlic, red pepper flake, and thyme infused butter and stuffed with three different cheeses, this crispy and melty sandwich will be a household favorite! TheGarlicDiaries.com

This sandwich….it’s:

Crispy

Buttery

Garlicky

Very lightly red pepper-y (word?) and thyme-y (word….?)

Slightly mustardy

SO cheesy

HEAVENLY.

You must make it. Especially if you are a grilled cheese lover. This is the holy grail of grilled cheeses…😍😍😍.

Um…side note. I DECORATED MY HOUSE FOR CHRISTMAS THIS PAST WEEKEND. Don’t judge me. Don’t you dare judge me. Okay you can judge me.

I will just be sitting here, smelling my Christmas tree scented candle, and looking at my happy and cozy Christmas decorations. Seth is a strict follower of the “No Christmas before Thanksgiving” rule…very strict. So since he’s deployed, I’m breaking all the rules ?…Christmas music, Christmas movies, Christmas decorations. MUAHAHAHHAHAAAAAA.

Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese - This is seriously the best grilled cheese sandwich you will ever have! Brushed with a garlic, red pepper flake, and thyme infused butter and stuffed with three different cheeses, this crispy and melty sandwich will be a household favorite! TheGarlicDiaries.com

Don’t worry, Thanksgiving…I’m still excited about you too.

THIS GRILLED CHEESE. Make it – please and thank you.

Watch how to make this grilled cheese here!

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Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese

★★★★★

4.9 from 13 reviews

  • Author: Annie Chesson
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices of GOOD QUALITY pre-sliced bread from the bakery section of your grocery store – we used sourdough
  • 2 slices of muenster cheese
  • 2 slices of Asiago cheese
  • 2 slices of cheddar cheese
  • *You can use any combination of cheeses you want! It does not have to be these three*
  • 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons of butter
  • 1 clove of garlic, crushed
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 pinch of thyme

Instructions

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a sauce pan with your garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme
  2. Lightly simmer, careful not to burn the butter, while you prepare your sandwiches
  3. Lay your slices of bread out and spread 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard onto each slice
  4. On two of the slices of bread, add one slice of cheddar cheese, one slice of muenster cheese, and one slice of Asiago cheese
  5. Place the other slice of bread on top of the cheese. The sides with the Dijon mustard should be touching the cheese.
  6. Using a pastry brush, brush the butter onto the top and bottom of both sandwiches until all the butter is gone
  7. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter in the skillet
  8. When melted, cook your sandwiches until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted

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Fancy Schmancy Grilled Cheese - This is seriously the best grilled cheese sandwich you will ever have! Brushed with a garlic, red pepper flake, and thyme infused butter and stuffed with three different cheeses, this crispy and melty sandwich will be a household favorite! TheGarlicDiaries.com

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Comments

  1. Kim says

    February 2, 2021 at 5:38 pm

    Annie, sourdough bread is my favorite! Adding cheese takes it over the top. I am already in love with this sandwich. It looks amazing. Thanks for sharing.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      April 19, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      Thanks, Kim!

      Reply
  2. Torrey Healey says

    September 2, 2020 at 12:57 pm

    I have made this 3 times in the last week! It’s delicious. The second time, I was feeling a little lazy so didn’t bother with the herbs and garlic in the butter…just made it as I would a regular grilled cheese but with the special bread and cheeses. I have to say, it was NOT the same. That butter makes such a difference and is worth the few extra minutes of work. I wasn’t able to find a good sourdough so I used a thick sliced brioche.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      October 6, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      So glad you’re loving this grilled cheese, Torrey! Yessss the infused butter adds so much flavor. I bet it was super yummy with brioche!

      Reply
  3. Toots says

    August 27, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    Seriously delicious. Not even that much more work than a regular grilled cheese but it’s SO much more. Will make this 1000 times.

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      October 6, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      Totally agree!! Thanks for the comment!

      Reply
  4. Christy says

    July 31, 2020 at 11:51 am

    Can I make this a day in advance before grilling it? I want to make 24 of them before guest arrive.
    Thank you! Looks absolutely delicious

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      October 6, 2020 at 2:30 pm

      That’s a good question. I bet you could, but I’d make some extra butter and grease the pan with it as you’re cooking them. I’d worry that the bread would absorb too much of the butter as it sat.

      Reply
  5. Missy says

    January 29, 2020 at 7:07 pm

    OMG! This was the best grilled cheese I’ve ever made! My fiance asked how many I made and said he could eat 4. Lol
    He said it was the best he’s had also.
    Thank you for sharing this recipe with the rest of us.

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      February 10, 2020 at 12:07 pm

      Yay! So glad you guys loved this recipe, Missy! Thanks for the comment :)

      Reply
  6. Jeanette Mchenry says

    May 28, 2019 at 6:00 pm

    This is delicious! I used sourdough bread and the 3 cheeses I had access to were muenster, havarti, and sharp white cheddar. I told my son it was a “grown up” grilled cheese. We both enjoyed the unique flavor.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      May 29, 2019 at 10:18 am

      Yum! Grown up grilled cheese is a good way to put it :). I’m so glad you and your son liked it!!

      Reply
  7. Debbie says

    May 3, 2018 at 9:59 am

    Oh my gosh this is the best gtilledcheese Ihave ever made. I actually made it with 2 cheeses for my Wellsh husband. My OT and I used Collier Welsh Chedder and Stilton. My husband told me good job Cariad (my love)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      May 3, 2018 at 11:53 am

      I’m so glad you and your husband liked it, Debbie! It’s such a yummy grilled cheese!

      Reply
      • Debbie says

        May 3, 2018 at 4:01 pm

        Yes Now I know I can make it with different cheeses

        Reply
  8. Taylor says

    March 3, 2018 at 6:51 pm

    I usually do not comment, but I have made this before and was craving it tonight and reread everything as I typically do.

    This grilled cheese is heavenly. Pretty much anything with dijon on it you just cannot go wrong.

    Also, I too Christmas decorate early when my husband is deployed. I try to get as mich Christmas out of the year as I possibly can, without the hubby’s judgement!

    Great blog, great recipe :)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      March 5, 2018 at 11:18 am

      Thank you so much Taylor! Your comment made my day :).

      Reply
  9. Lynne says

    February 20, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    Ohhh – I just made this for dinner. Can you hear me moan? This.was.fabulous! I used dark German wheat bread and it was really, really good. I also had some Applewood smoked white cheddar cheese from Sam’s and I used that instead of the Asiago. Did I mention this was fabulous?!? I will never, ever make a grilled cheese any other way. Next time I will add tomato and avacado like another person said. And maybe, just maybe, a slice or two of bacon. Really – thank you so much for this recipe! It will be a staple at my house.

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      February 27, 2018 at 9:05 am

      YUM! Those little changes sound amazing! I’m so glad you enjoyed this grilled cheese :). It’s one of my faves!

      Reply
  10. Judith says

    December 22, 2017 at 6:47 am

    I bump this up with some shredded parm on top of the butter for the grilling. It makes such a lovely crust. Just smash the shredded parm into the butter before placing that side down on the grill. I love this combination of cheese. It’s also a great combo for Mac and cheese. Just shred all three of these cheeses and add to cooked Mac with a little half and half or milk. Stir it up! Serve as is or put in a casserole and bake it a little.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      January 4, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      That sounds HEAVENLY, Judith. Great idea! And that mac and cheese sounds mouthwatering too :).

      Reply
  11. Titan says

    February 20, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    We make these, but I like a good cheese coma. You know that canned cheese that you can squirt on crackers? Get Extra sharp(if you have Krogers they have their own brand for cheap) top that baby with a good squirt of canned cheese. I also you this on my oven baked mac and cheese

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      February 21, 2016 at 5:08 pm

      Oh man that sounds even more decadent :)!!

      Reply
  12. Ashana Lian . says

    January 29, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    This looks HEAVENLY. Thank you for sharing this!!
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    ★★★★★

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    • Annie Chesson says

      February 1, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      Thank you Ashana!!

      Reply
  13. Polly says

    January 24, 2016 at 11:37 pm

    Add some mayo and it would be my idea of perfection!

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      January 25, 2016 at 10:30 am

      Ohh, good idea Polly :). I will have to try that next time!

      Reply
  14. Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness says

    November 30, 2015 at 3:53 pm

    I’m always down for a fancy schmancy grilled cheese! If there’s one reason why I’m not a vegan, it’s cheese haha I love putting dijon mustard on my grilled cheeses too, and you know what else also rocks? Throwing in tomato & avocado slices!
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    • Annie Chesson says

      December 2, 2015 at 5:42 pm

      That does sound delicious, Nicole! I will definitely have to try that next time.

      Reply
    • Karen says

      October 26, 2017 at 6:32 pm

      And BACON!!!

      Reply
  15. Vicky & Ruth- May I Have That Recipe says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    Love the name of this sandwich!! :) Love all the different cheeses in this sandwich….this looks like one delicious grilled cheese sandwich!! :)

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      December 2, 2015 at 5:42 pm

      Thanks, Vicky and Ruth :).

      Reply
  16. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    November 23, 2015 at 10:11 am

    I love the way you think. I totally wish I could eat grilled cheese all day, every day and not gain weight. I feel like in heaven, there we can. Or at least in MY heaven, I will! This grilled cheese is fabulous! The flavored butter and touch of mustard is PERFECT! And I’m soooo with you about the good bread here. I mean when a meal is based around two ingredients- bread and cheese- those two ingredients NEED to be top notch. Thanks for making me drool and the tummy rumbles!!! Cheers, doll!
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    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      December 2, 2015 at 5:41 pm

      The grilled cheese will be in Heaven FOR SURE! :). Thanks, Cheyanne!

      Reply
  17. Jayanthi says

    November 21, 2015 at 7:17 pm

    Tis looks heavenly,just wish to grab a slice

    Reply
    • Annie Chesson says

      December 2, 2015 at 5:41 pm

      Thanks, Jayanthi :).

      Reply
  18. Annie says

    November 20, 2015 at 8:52 am

    I ADORE a good grilled cheese, how can something so darn simple be so delicious!! I love you addition of the dijon!
    Annie recently posted…Smokehouse Popcorn ShrimpMy Profile

    ★★★★★

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  19. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    November 19, 2015 at 5:03 pm

    Ummmm, yes. 1000x yes!!! I’ll be making this for the kiddos when they’re home for the holidays…they will love you for it! Thanks, dear! :)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  20. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

    November 19, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Oh my gosh, I’m drooling. This looks seriously amazing. And flavoring the butter is a genius idea!
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  21. Amanda says

    November 19, 2015 at 3:53 pm

    Mmm, fancy schmancy grilled cheese sounds awesome to me! I love the bread choice too! Sometimes a fancier bread just makes all the difference. :)
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    • Annie Chesson says

      November 19, 2015 at 4:04 pm

      I totally agree! And the infused butter/three cheeses/Dijon mustard doesn’t hurt either ;). Thanks, Amanda!

      Reply
      • Rene says

        January 27, 2016 at 4:06 pm

        Exactly Annie… I have been making almost the same version for years! I love the idea of melting the butter and garlic. I use Texas toast, garlic powder, dijon, Tillamook cheddar, pepper jack and sharp cheddar. Yummy!

        ★★★★★

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        • Annie Chesson says

          January 27, 2016 at 4:14 pm

          That sounds delicious, Rene!! I love the idea of Texas toast – YUM!!

          Reply
  22. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    November 19, 2015 at 7:23 am

    This fancy grilled cheese is making my stomach growl! This is the ultimate comfort food in my book, Annie! This looks AMAZING! Pinned!
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    • Annie Chesson says

      November 19, 2015 at 11:16 am

      Thanks, Gayle! Agreed – it doesn’t get much more comforting and home-y than a perfect grilled cheese sandwich :). Thanks for the pin!

      Reply
  23. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    November 19, 2015 at 7:08 am

    I would like a moment with this sandwich too! I actually had an amazing grilled cheese on sourdough at the weekend, but it didn’t have any dijon in it, so I am going to HAVE to make this soon.
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    • Annie Chesson says

      November 19, 2015 at 11:15 am

      Yes you will!!! It is seriously the most delicious thing in the world.

      Reply

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