Most grilled cheese sandwiches are one cheese between two slices of bread. This one uses two cheeses and sun-dried tomatoes and tastes like a meal, not a snack. Oat nut bread, buttered on the outside, filled with chopped sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta, and shredded mozzarella. Grilled in a skillet until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted. This has become one of our go-to lunches for a reason that is hard to explain until you eat it.
The feta stays crumbly and salty inside the sandwich even after the mozzarella melts. The sun-dried tomatoes are chewy and concentrated, sweet and tangy between the two cheeses. The oat nut bread toasts into a nutty, crunchy exterior. This is not a children’s grilled cheese. This is lunch.
Tips for Making Italian Grilled Cheese
Use two cheeses for contrast
Half a cup of shredded mozzarella melts and stretches. A quarter cup of crumbled feta stays in pieces and adds saltiness. 
The two cheeses behave differently. Mozzarella is the structure, feta is the flavour. Together they are better than either alone.
Grill on medium heat until deeply golden
Butter both slices generously on the outside. Medium heat, three to four minutes per side. Do not rush.
The cheese needs time to melt through. High heat burns the bread before the centre is warm. Patience.
Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
Description
This Italian-inspired grilled cheese sandwich features salty sun dried tomatoes, tangy feta, and creamy mozzarella between buttery toasted bread.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted organic butter
- 2 slices oat nut bread or other sliced bread for toasting
- 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side-down onto the skillet.
- Top with sun dried tomatoes, feta, and mozzarella.
- Place the other slice of bread butter-side-up on top.
- Grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a more robust flavor, try adding a pinch of Italian seasoning or fresh basil leaves. This sandwich is best served immediately while the cheese is hot and gooey. Store any leftover ingredients separately and assemble fresh sandwiches as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 50
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different bread?
Sourdough or whole wheat work well. Oat nut bread has a nuttier flavour and a sturdier structure. Soft white bread gets soggy.
Do I need sun-dried tomatoes?
They are what makes this Italian. Without them, it is a feta and mozzarella grilled cheese, which is fine but missing the sweet, chewy layer.
Can I add other fillings?
Fresh basil leaves or a thin layer of pesto both work. Keep additions thin so the sandwich cooks evenly.
oh my goodness, does that ever look dee-lish! I am a fan of the basic grilled cheese but I think this one will put even that one to shame. I must. try.
thanks!
jen