Mozzarella Stick Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Crispy mozzarella sticks meet melty grilled cheese perfection in this indulgent twist on a classic.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
02 - 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 4 cooked mozzarella sticks
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

05 - 4 slices white or sourdough bread

→ Optional

06 - 1/4 cup marinara sauce for dipping

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat until evenly hot.
02 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two bread slices butter-side down in the skillet. Layer 2 mozzarella slices on each, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella over the cheese.
04 - Arrange 2 cooked mozzarella sticks on top of the cheese layer on each sandwich.
05 - Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
06 - Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely.
07 - Remove from skillet and let rest for 1 minute. Slice diagonally and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms two separate comfort foods into something exponentially more satisfying
  • The crunch from the mozzarella stick coating creates this incredible texture contrast with the melted cheese
  • Ready in about twenty minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Pressing too hard while grilling will squeeze out all the cheese goodness
  • Low and slow wins the race here because high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
  • The mozzarella sticks must be fully cooked before they go inside
03 -
  • Mayonnaise instead of butter creates the most absurdly crispy golden crust
  • Garlic powder mixed into the butter adds another layer of flavor
  • Use a cast iron skillet for the most even heating and best browning
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