Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable)

A decadent grilled cheese sandwich featuring mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone for a gooey, flavorful melt with crispy crust.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices country-style or sourdough bread

→ Cheeses

02 - 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 2 oz shredded provolone cheese

→ Spread

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional

06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - Pinch of black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Lay out bread slices on a clean surface. If desired, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on two slices.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella, cheddar, and provolone. Mix well.
03 - Evenly divide the cheese mixture between two bread slices. Sprinkle with black pepper if using. Top each with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
04 - Spread a thin, even layer of butter on the outside of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
06 - Place the sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove from the pan and let rest for 1 minute. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Three different cheeses melt together into layers of flavor you can actually taste individually.
  • It comes together in twenty minutes flat, perfect for when you need comfort without the wait.
  • The crust gets shatteringly crisp while the inside stays molten and gooey.
  • You probably have everything you need already sitting in your kitchen.
02 -
  • If your heat is too high, the bread will burn before the cheese melts, leaving you with a cold center and a charred outside.
  • Softened butter is non-negotiable, cold butter tears the bread and creates uneven browning.
  • Mixing the cheeses before assembly ensures every bite has balanced flavor instead of random pockets of one cheese.
03 -
  • Press down gently with your spatula while cooking to help the cheese melt faster and create better contact with the pan.
  • Use a lid for the first minute or two on each side to trap heat and encourage even melting without cranking up the temperature.
  • Let the sandwich rest for a full minute before cutting, it keeps the cheese from spilling out all over your plate.
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