Roasted Broccoli & Cheddar Grilled Cheese (Printer-Friendly)

A comforting grilled cheese featuring roasted broccoli florets and sharp cheddar melted between crispy, golden toasted bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt to taste
04 - Black pepper to taste

→ Cheese

05 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

→ Bread

06 - 4 slices hearty sandwich bread, such as sourdough or whole wheat

→ Other

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
03 - While the broccoli roasts, grate the cheddar cheese and set aside.
04 - Butter one side of each bread slice with softened butter.
05 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a work surface. Top each with half of the cheddar, then an even layer of roasted broccoli, and then the remaining cheddar. Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
06 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The roasted broccoli adds this incredible depth and slight crunch that perfectly balances the gooey melted cheese
  • Its the kind of comforting meal that makes you feel like youve done something good for yourself while still indulging
02 -
  • Medium low heat is crucial here. High heat burns the bread before the cheese has a chance to melt into gooey perfection
  • Let the sandwiches rest for one full minute after cooking. This tiny pause prevents all that molten cheese from immediately oozing out when you slice them
03 -
  • Roast the broccoli until it is actually starting to char in spots. Those crispy bits add incredible texture and flavor.
  • Use a cheese grater instead of buying pre shredded cheese. The anti caking coating on pre shredded cheese prevents it from melting smoothly.
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