Get ready to transform your ordinary lunch into an extraordinary culinary experience that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This isn't just another grilled cheese sandwich - this is a gourmet masterpiece that combines tender roast beef, rich smoked gouda, and a tangy Dijon mustard kick. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality sandwich that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a busy professional looking for a quick meal or a food lover seeking comfort with a sophisticated twist, this Roast Beef Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 4 oz roast beef
- 2 oz smoked gouda cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 4 slices of bread, 4 oz of roast beef, 2 oz of smoked gouda cheese, 2 tbsp of butter, and 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard.
- Preheat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat while you prepare the sandwiches.
- Take two slices of bread and spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard evenly on one side of each slice.
- On top of the mustard, layer 2 oz of smoked gouda cheese on each slice, ensuring that the cheese covers the mustard completely.
- Next, evenly distribute the 4 oz of roast beef over one of the slices with cheese.
- Place the other slice of bread, cheese side down, on top of the roast beef to form a sandwich.
- Repeat the process with the remaining slices of bread, cheese, and roast beef to create a second sandwich.
- Once both sandwiches are assembled, spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the outer side of each sandwich, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully place the first sandwich in the preheated skillet, buttered side down.
- Cook the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Using a spatula, gently flip the sandwich over and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until it is also golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- While the first sandwich is cooking, you can prepare the second sandwich in the same manner, placing it in the skillet once the first is done.
- Once both sandwiches are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing in half.
- Serve your Roast Beef Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese sandwiches warm, and enjoy!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for easier spreading and more even browning
- Choose a heavy-bottomed skillet to ensure consistent heat distribution
- Keep the heat at medium to prevent burning while allowing cheese to melt
- Press down gently with a spatula while cooking to help ingredients meld together
- Let the sandwich rest for 1-2 minutes after cooking to allow cheese to set
- For extra crispiness, use sourdough or artisan bread
- Experiment with different mustards to customize your flavor profile
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 95mg
