Three-Cheese and Basil Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Say goodbye to American cheese on white and hello to this grown-up grilled cheese sandwich with jalapeno Jack, mozzarella, and Cheddar cheeses, juicy roma tomato, and fresh basil.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 419 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon mayonnaise
• 2 slices bread
• 1 slice Cheddar cheese
• 1 slice mozzarella cheese
• 1 roma tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 slice jalapeno Jack cheese
• 4 leaves fresh basil, chiffonade (rolled and cut into ribbons)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each slice of bread. Place bread slices mayo-side down in the hot skillet. Place jalapeno Jack cheese on 1 slice of bread, and top with tomato slices. Place mozzarella cheese on the other slice, top with basil, then top with Cheddar cheese. Cook until bread turns golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully invert the piece with the tomato onto the piece with the basil.