Creamy Mushroom Grilled Cheese (Printable)

A comforting, melty cheese and sautéed mushroom sandwich with golden, crispy bread layers.

# Ingredient List:

→ Mushrooms

01 - 7 oz cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
05 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Sandwich

07 - 4 slices sourdough or country bread
08 - 4 slices Swiss or Gruyère cheese (3 oz)
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and moisture evaporates, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
03 - Lower heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until mixture achieves a creamy consistency without excess liquid. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Arrange bread slices. Place one cheese slice on two bread pieces, layer evenly with mushroom mixture, then add another cheese slice. Top with remaining bread slices.
05 - Spread softened butter evenly on the outside surfaces of each sandwich.
06 - Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from heat, slice in half, and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The mushrooms turn silky and rich without tasting heavy, which is basically magic in sandwich form.
  • It comes together faster than you'd expect, making it perfect for when you want restaurant-quality comfort food without the wait.
  • The combination of crispy bread and creamy filling hits every texture craving your mouth could have.
02 -
  • Don't skip the step of cooking mushrooms until they're completely dry—moisture is the enemy of crispiness and will make your bread soggy.
  • Medium-low heat on the final cook is essential; medium-high heat will char your bread before the cheese melts through.
03 -
  • Let your butter soften at room temperature for 15 minutes before spreading—it goes on evenly without tearing the bread.
  • If your cheese isn't melting fast enough, cover the skillet with a lid or tin foil to trap heat and speed up the process.
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