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Ground Beef Grilled Cheese

Ground Beef Grilled Cheese
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This Ground Beef Grilled Cheese recipe is a comforting and flavorful twist on the classic sandwich. It features perfectly seasoned ground beef layered with melted cheddar or American cheese, all enclosed in crispy, buttery bread. Ready in under 30 minutes, this hearty sandwich is quick, customizable, family-friendly, and budget-conscious, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack.

Ingredients

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For the Ground Beef

  • 1/2 pound lean to medium-fat ground beef
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Your favorite herbs or seasoning, to taste

For the Sandwich

  • 4 slices thick-sliced bread (white, sourdough, or brioche)
  • 2–3 tablespoons butter, for spreading
  • 4–6 slices cheddar or American cheese (or a mix for extra flavor)
  • Optional extras: pickles, mustard, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Season with salt, pepper, and your preferred herbs. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary to avoid sogginess.
  2. Prepare the Bread and Cheese: Generously butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer cheese evenly. Add a generous spoonful of the cooked ground beef over the cheese, then top with another layer of cheese to ensure melt and flavor fusion. Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered-side out.
  3. Grill Your Sandwich: Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place the sandwich buttered-side-down in the skillet. Cook slowly, pressing lightly with a spatula, for 3-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts. Carefully flip and grill the other side until crispy and gooey.
  4. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Transfer the sandwich to a plate once perfectly golden and cheesy. Let it rest briefly before slicing to keep the filling intact. Serve immediately for the best warm, melty experience.

Notes

  • Cook your sandwich over medium-low heat to melt cheese without burning bread.
  • Add cheese both under and on top of the beef for a cohesive, oozy filling.
  • Drain excess grease from cooked beef to prevent sogginess.
  • Press sandwich gently with a spatula to help bread crisp and ingredients bind.
  • Let sandwich rest before slicing to avoid filling spillage and ease cutting.

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Keywords: ground beef grilled cheese, cheesy beef sandwich, comfort food, quick grilled cheese, savory sandwich

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