Mushroom and grated cheese grilled cheese

Name: Mushroom and grated cheese grilled cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 2 large slices rye bread (or classic bread); 1¾ cups brown mushrooms, sliced; ½ onion; 1 shallot; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley; ⅓ cup grated cheese; 1½ tbsp cream cheese; 1 tbsp butter (divided: 1 tsp for mushrooms and 2 tsp for bread); salt to taste; black pepper to taste

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Main Dish

Very Easy

20 min

614 Kcal

Golden, buttery bread, melted cheese and flavorful mushrooms: this mushroom grilled cheese sandwich is pure comfort food! Crispy on the outside and irresistibly gooey inside, it combines creamy cheese with tender mushrooms for a deliciously indulgent bite. The secret? A touch of honey and balsamic vinegar that adds a lovely sweet-and-savory flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy grilled cheese is perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner, served with a fresh salad or a warm bowl of soup.

Materials

Skillet
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Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time15 min

Finely chop the onion and the shallot.
Sauté them in a skillet with a little butter.
Add the mushrooms and sauté them for a few minutes until they've released their liquid.
Deglaze with balsamic vinegar. Add the honey, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
Spread butter on the outside of the bread.
Spread the cream cheese on the inside of both slices of bread.
Add the mushrooms to one side only.
Finish with the grated cheese.
Place the grilled cheese in a skillet and let it brown on one side for 3–4 minutes over medium heat.
Flip it over and cook for about 3–4 minutes on the other side as well, covering it so the cheese melts well.
You can serve it with a salad or soup. Enjoy your meal! ;)

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FAQ ❓

How can you keep mushroom grilled cheese from getting soggy?

Brown the mushrooms well in the pan to cook off their moisture before adding them to the sandwich. Also, avoid using too much cream cheese to keep the bread crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

What cheese should you use for a gooey grilled cheese?

Cheddar, Emmental, Comté, or Gouda are all great choices for homemade grilled cheese. They melt easily and pair very well with mushrooms.

What bread should you choose for a successful grilled cheese?

Country bread, sourdough, or rye bread work particularly well. Choose slices that are thick enough to hold the filling without breaking.

How can you melt the cheese without burning the bread?

Cook the grilled cheese over medium heat rather than high heat, then cover the pan for a few minutes. The trapped heat allows the cheese to melt gradually while the bread turns a lovely golden brown.

Can you prepare mushroom grilled cheese ahead of time?

You can prepare the mushroom mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. However, it’s best to assemble and grill the sandwich just before serving to enjoy the contrast between the crispy bread and melted cheese.

How should you store mushroom grilled cheese?

Store the cooked sandwich in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 to 48 hours. To reheat it, use a pan over low heat or an air fryer rather than the microwave, which may make the bread soft.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g

Calories: 614Kcal

Carbo: 57.8g
Total fat: 30.2g
Saturated fat: 16.8g
Proteins: 24g
Fibers: 5.4g
Sugar: 20.9g
ProPoints: 16
SmartPoints: 23

Nutritional information for 1 serving (345g)

Cookware

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Attributes

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Adèle Peyches

Editorial manager who just can't wait for winter to enjoy fondue! Passionate about gastronomy and always on the lookout for new culinary gems, I first studied law before returning to my first love: the taste of good products and the joy of sharing around the table :)

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