Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Italian Twist You’ll Love

This Grilled Cheese Sandwich features an Italian twist with turkey, gooey cheeses, and crunchy veggies for a comforting meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Butter Mixture

2 tablespoons butter softened, unsalted preferred
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated, can substitute with Romano
1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic for stronger taste

For the Sandwich Assembly

2 slices sourdough bread thick cut
4 ounces cheese e.g., Havarti, Gruyere, Sharp Cheddar, Mozzarella
4 ounces turkey deli meats or preferred deli meats

For the Italian Dressing

2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
1 tablespoon red grape juice vinegar apple cider vinegar as substitute
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or adjusted individual herbs
to taste cracked pepper

For the Crunchy Veggies

1 cup lettuce finely shredded, alternative: spinach or arugula
1/4 cup red onions thinly sliced
1/4 cup banana peppers chopped, or use pickles/bell peppers
1 slices tomato optional

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Soften butter until easy to spread. Mix with Parmesan and garlic powder until smooth.
Spread butter mixture on one side of each bread slice. Layer cheese, turkey, and more cheese on one slice. Top with the other slice, buttered side out.
Heat skillet over low heat. Toast sandwich for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown and cheese melts. Press down with spatula.
Flip sandwich and cook another 5-6 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is oozy.
Prepare dressing by whisking mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic powder, and seasoning. Mix in veggies.
Remove sandwich from skillet, cool slightly, fill with dressed veggies, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Toast on low heat for best results. Customize with different cheeses and meats to suit your taste.

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