Mozzarella Stick Grilled Cheese (Printable)

A decadent twist combining crispy mozzarella sticks with melted cheese between golden bread for irresistibly gooey sandwiches.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
02 - 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 4 mozzarella sticks, frozen or homemade, cooked according to package directions
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

05 - 4 slices white or sourdough bread

→ Optional

06 - 1/4 cup marinara sauce for dipping

# Steps:

01 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two slices of bread, butter side down, onto the skillet.
04 - Layer 2 mozzarella cheese slices on each bread slice, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella over each.
05 - Arrange 2 cooked mozzarella sticks on top of the cheese layer on each sandwich.
06 - Top with the remaining bread slices, butter side up.
07 - Grill sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unbeatable Texture: Combines the crunch of mozzarella sticks with the softness of melted cheese slices.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort.
  • Perfect for Dipping: Pairs excellently with marinara sauce for a complete snack or meal.
02 -
  • Ensure the mozzarella sticks are fully cooked according to package directions before placing them in the sandwich.
  • Use medium heat to prevent the bread from burning before the internal cheese is fully melted.
  • Letting the sandwich rest for one minute prevents the molten cheese from flowing out immediately when sliced.
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