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As much as we love a basic grilled cheese sandwich (melted American Cheddar between two slices of warm, buttered white bread), there's nothing wrong with dressing it up a bit using gourmet ingredient swaps and delicious additions. In this collection of our best fancy grilled cheese recipes, you'll find restaurant-worthy ideas that everyone at your table is sure to love.
Grilled Cheese, Apple, and Thyme Sandwich
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Sweet cinnamon raisin bread pairs perfectly with creamy GruyĆØre cheese, crunchy apple slices, and fresh-tasting thyme.
Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
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This elevated grilled cheese, featuring three types of white cheese (Pecorino Romano, mozzarella, and provolone) is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late night snack.
Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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Here's a restaurant-worthy sandwich that's shockingly easy to make with just a few ingredients. Use jarred pesto sauce or make your own with one of our homemade pesto recipes.
Grilled Goat Cheese and Mango Chutney Sandwich
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"The tangy goat cheese and spicy-sweet mango chutney is an awesome combo, and sourdough bread lends to the flavor nicely," according to recipe creator longleggedgit.
Ratatouille Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
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This is the mash-up sandwich you never knew you needed. Roasted vegetables like zucchini, tomatoes, and eggplant add a gorgeous pop of color to these grilled Gouda sandwiches.
The Ultimate Apple Cinnamon Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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It doesn't get much more indulgent than Brie, Cheddar, sliced apples, and deli ham sandwiched between two buttered cinnamon buns ā and that's what we love about this decadent treat.
Grilled Brie and Pear Sandwich
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Chef John's take on the classic dish is as easy as it is delicious. "This is a wonderful way to take a classic like grilled cheese and give it a 'gourmet' twist," says reviewer Jillian.
Grilled Havarti and Ham
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Use frozen spinach, four slices of smoked honey ham, and potato bread to make this absolutely irresistible Havarti grilled cheese.
Grandma's Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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This grandma-approved twist on classic grilled cheese will quickly become a staple in your home. "Talk about a phenomenal grilled cheese," raves reviewer MrsFisher0729. "Love this concept and the final product."
Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese
This impressive and hearty dinner is easier to make than you think, as it starts with frozen breaded chicken patties.
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