Roasted Broccoli & Cheddar Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Crispy bread layered with sharp cheddar and caramelized roasted broccoli florets for a satisfying, comforting sandwich.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Cheese

05 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

→ Bread

06 - 4 slices hearty sandwich bread (sourdough or whole wheat)

→ Other

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How-To:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12–15 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
03 - While the broccoli roasts, grate the cheddar cheese.
04 - Butter one side of each bread slice.
05 - Once broccoli is roasted, assemble the sandwiches: Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a work surface. Top each with half of the cheddar, then an even layer of roasted broccoli, and then the remaining cheddar. Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
06 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let rest 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted broccoli brings this incredible savory depth that regular grilled cheese just doesnt have
  • Its the perfect solution when you need to use up vegetables but still want something indulgent
02 -
  • Medium low heat is crucial here because the broccoli needs time to heat through without burning the bread
  • Letting the sandwiches rest for a full minute after cooking keeps the cheese from oozing out when you slice them
03 -
  • Grate the cheese from a block instead of buying pre shredded for better melting
  • Do not skip the resting period or you will lose all that glorious cheese
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