Cheese + bread + your favorite fillings, what more could you ask for in a sandwich? Oh, and it is heated and oh, so warm and gooey. Yup, you guessed it. It is one of the top comfort foods in the United States, the grilled cheese sandwich! And this year, April 12th is Grilled Cheese Day! To celebrate, here’s our list of 9 fancy grilled cheese sandwich recipes to take this simple comfort food to the next level:
Salami and Pickle Grilled Cheese from Bon Appetit suggests that you use Gruyère, Swiss, or Cheddar with this pairing with a salty pickle on sourdough bread. Yum!
Are you a fan of bacon? Then, look no further than this bacon and three cheese recipe: extra sharp Cheddar, Gouda, and Parmesan in the Gourmet Grilled Cheese Bacon from Southern Living.
Looking for something a little sweeter? Try this sweet and savory combo: the Fig and Gruyere Grilled Cheese from Foodal!
Strawberry Jalapeno Grilled Cheese from Buns in my Oven is a match made in Heaven if you’re looking for a way to spice up the ordinary grilled cheese sandwich.
If you’re looking to add a little serving of veggies in your sandwich, this Vegan Spinach Pesto Grilled Cheese from Peas and Crayons is the perfect option. You can’t go wrong with pesto!
Habanero Jack Grilled Cheese with Pears and Prosciutto from Cooking with Books is another grilled cheese recipe with a bit of a kick. The spice from the habanero paired with the sweetness of the pears and the salty prosciutto will make your tastebuds happy!
This recipe would be perfect for those leftover turkeys! Try this Turkey Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Cranberry Mustard from Feasting at Home. Delicious!
Roasted Peach and Gouda Grilled Cheese from Fit Foodie Finds is a fancy mix of roasted peach, Gouda, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This might even be fancy enough for a girls’ brunch!
Last, but not least is the Caramelized Pineapple Grilled Cheese with Honeyed Walnuts from An Edible Mosaic. The sweetness of the caramelized pineapples and walnuts with the melted mozzarella is divine!
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