Description
Indulgent ground beef grilled cheese sandwich merges classic comfort with savory meat. Melted cheese and seasoned beef create a hearty meal that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
Bread and Spread:
- 8 slices bread (white, sourdough, or rye)
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Pickles
- Mustard
- Ketchup
- Sauteed onions
Instructions
- Sauté ground beef with onions in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thoroughly browned. Drain excess fat and season with garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Set meat mixture aside.
- Prepare sandwich base by spreading butter on one side of each bread slice. Layer cheese, seasoned beef, and another cheese slice on unbuttered bread sides.
- Top prepared sandwiches with remaining bread slices, ensuring buttered sides face outward.
- Preheat skillet or griddle to medium heat. Carefully place assembled sandwiches in the pan.
- Grill sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure with a spatula to ensure even browning and cheese melting.
- Cook until bread turns golden brown and cheese becomes completely melted and gooey.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve immediately with preferred accompaniments like crispy fries, fresh salad, pickles, mustard, or ketchup for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from ground beef to create a leaner, healthier sandwich without sacrificing flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or smoked gouda to elevate the taste profile.
- Use gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps for a low-carb alternative that keeps the delicious filling intact.
- Press sandwiches gently while grilling to ensure even browning and crispy exterior without crushing the delicate ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 1232 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 105 g
- Saturated Fat: 40 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 55 g
- Trans Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 61 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg