A cozy and flavorful garlic mushroom grilled cheese made with crispy sourdough bread, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and melty sharp cheddar cheese.

4 slices sourdough bread

1 cup fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)

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Chop the mushrooms and mince the garlic.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the mushrooms and sauté until soft and golden.
Add the garlic and thyme, stirring until fragrant, then remove from heat.
Assemble the sandwiches by layering mushrooms and shredded cheese between slices of sourdough bread.
Heat the remaining butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Grill the sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove from heat, let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Cook mushrooms until fully golden to avoid excess moisture.

Gruyère or mozzarella can be used instead of cheddar.

Add caramelized onions for extra richness.

Reheat leftovers in a skillet to maintain crispness.

Avoid microwaving to prevent soggy bread.