Few would disagree that there is something deeply gratifying about the simple combination of bread, butter and melted cheese that together make up the classic grilled cheese sandwich. We decided to take the indulgence levels one notch higher and have come up with five new and exciting ways to serve it, taking inspiration from all over the globe.
What’s more, these oozing cheese toasties are actually fried rather than grilled. That means you can leave that dusty sandwich maker tucked away in the back of the cupboard and quickly whip up one of these beauties for lunch, or as a comforting supper with soup, with no fuss. From a smoky mac ‘n’ cheese sandwich to a sweet and fruity ricotta bagel, you’re bound to find a variation you love.
Our top 5 grilled cheese sandwiches
1. Quattro formaggi
Find the recipe for our quattro formaggi grilled cheese sandwich.
2. Ricotta, fig & sesame toasted bagel
Find the recipe for our ricotta, fig & sesame bagel.
3. Potato, bacon & Gruyère toastie
Find the recipe for our potato, bacon & Gruyère toastie.
4. Smoked mac ‘n’ cheese
Find the recipe for our smoked mac ‘n’ cheese sandwich.
5. Spinach, squash & tamarind
Give your cheese toastie an exotic, spicy kick with a splash of hot sauce, a dash of allspice and a light touch of tamarind paste to bring a heady burst of Asian flavour. The textures of butternut squash, spinach, cheddar and mozerella also give this sandwich real substance if you’re going meat-free.
Find the recipe for our spinach, squash & tamarind grilled cheese sandwich.
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