Description

This Meatloaf Grilled Cheese Melt is a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, featuring savory sliced leftover meatloaf and melted cheddar cheese layered between buttery toasted bread. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal using leftovers.

Ingredients

Sandwich

4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your choice)
8 oz leftover meatloaf, sliced about 1/2 inch thick
4 slices cheddar cheese
2 tbsp butter, softened

Optional

ketchup or BBQ sauce for spreading or dipping

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Instructions

Preheat Skillet: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat to ensure even cooking and browning of the sandwich.
Butter Bread: Butter one side of each bread slice evenly to achieve a golden, crispy texture once cooked.
Assemble Base: Place two slices of bread butter-side down on the hot skillet as the sandwich base.
Add Fillings: Layer each bread slice with sliced meatloaf followed by one or two slices of cheddar cheese for a gooey melt.
Top Sandwich: Finish by placing the remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up, to prepare for grilling.
Cook Sandwiches: Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing gently with a spatula to meld the sandwich together.
Serve: Remove from the skillet, allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve with optional ketchup or BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

Use leftover meatloaf or freshly cooked meatloaf slices for best results.
Adjust the amount of cheese based on preference for cheesiness.
Butter the bread slices well to achieve a crispy golden crust.
Serve immediately while cheese is warm and melted.
Can be customized with different cheeses or sauces for extra flavor.