Description
Melted cheese and perfectly grilled steak create magic in this irresistible steak grilled cheese sandwich. Rich flavors meld together, promising a luxurious meal that satisfies deep comfort food cravings and leaves you craving another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices bread (sourdough or Texas toast)
- 1 cup steak, cooked and thinly sliced (ribeye, sirloin, or leftover)
- ½ cup provolone or mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup cheddar or Swiss cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons (tbsps) butter, softened
- ½ small onion, sliced (optional)
- ½ green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (tsp) olive oil (for sauteing veggies, if using)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Veggie Preparation: Caramelize onions and peppers in olive oil over medium heat until they transform into soft, golden strands, approximately 45 minutes. Reserve these aromatic companions for later.
- Bread Conditioning: Lavishly coat one surface of each bread slice with creamy, softened butter, creating a golden-crisp foundation for the sandwich.
- Architectural Assembly: Construct the sandwich by layering melty cheese, tender steak slices, and the previously prepared sautéed vegetables on the unbuttered bread surface. Crown with an additional cheese layer and complete the structure with the remaining bread slice, ensuring the buttered exterior faces outward.
- Grilling Technique: Activate a skillet or griddle at medium temperature. Carefully position the assembled sandwiches, applying gentle pressure during cooking. Grill each side for 3-4 minutes until the bread achieves a rich, amber-golden hue and the cheese melts into a luxurious, creamy embrace.
- Presentation: Slice the sandwich diagonally, revealing its sumptuous interior. Serve immediately alongside crisp chips, golden fries, or tangy pickles for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing, ensuring each bite is soft and flavorful.
- Use room temperature cheese and medium-low heat to achieve a perfectly gooey, evenly melted cheese without burning the bread.
- Spread butter evenly and use a cast-iron skillet for consistent golden-brown exterior with a crispy texture and rich flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like smoked gouda or sharp cheddar, and add complementary herbs like thyme or rosemary for enhanced taste complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg