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Ground Beef Grilled Cheese

Ground Beef Grilled Cheese
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Ground Beef Grilled Cheese is a comforting, hearty twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Combining seasoned, juicy ground beef with melty cheese and crispy golden bread, this recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Family-friendly, customizable, and ready in under 30 minutes, it blends the nostalgic warmth of grilled cheese with savory protein for a satisfying bite every time.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 4 thick slices sourdough or country white bread
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar or American cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-9 minutes. Drain excess fat and set beef aside.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add butter and sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Return cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix well.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich: Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer a slice of cheese, a generous spoonful of the ground beef mixture, then another slice of cheese. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
  4. Grill the Sandwich: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the pan and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts, about 3-4 minutes per side. Press gently with a spatula during cooking to keep the sandwich compact and help the cheese melt evenly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, allow to cool slightly, then slice in half for easy eating. Enjoy your warm, gooey Ground Beef Grilled Cheese!

Notes

  • Use medium heat when grilling to prevent burnt bread and under-melted cheese.
  • Don’t overload the sandwich with beef to avoid it falling apart or uneven cooking.
  • Press lightly with a spatula during grilling for better melting and compactness.
  • Consider mixing cheese types like cheddar and mozzarella for balanced flavor and meltiness.
  • Let the sandwich rest for a minute before serving to prevent cheese from spilling out immediately.

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Keywords: ground beef grilled cheese, grilled cheese sandwich, easy lunch, hearty sandwich, comfort food, quick meal, cheesy beef sandwich

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