Description
This Ground Beef Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe takes a classic grilled cheese to the next level by adding seasoned ground beef. With perfectly toasted bread, melted cheese, and savory beef, it's a hearty, flavorful sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner. Customize with toppings like onions, pickles, or mustard for a satisfying and quick meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Onion (diced)
- Garlic (minced)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cheddar or American cheese (sliced)
- Butter
- Bread (sliced, preferably sourdough or white)
- Mustard or ketchup (optional)
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the beef and cook until the onion softens. Set aside.
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in a skillet over medium heat. Add a slice of cheese, a scoop of cooked ground beef, and another slice of cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, with mustard, ketchup, or pickles if desired.
Notes
- You can add other toppings like caramelized onions, jalapeños, or tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as Swiss or provolone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg