Description
Experience a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese with this Cheesy Garlic Bread Shrimp Grilled Cheese. Gooey cheese layered between buttery garlic bread and succulent shrimp makes for a comforting meal or special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Garlic Bread:
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced in half lengthwise
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Shrimp:
- 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Grilled Cheese:
- 8 slices of your favorite cheese (such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the softened butter with minced garlic, dried parsley, dried basil, and salt. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the French bread.
- Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- While the garlic bread is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Place one slice of the baked garlic bread, buttered side down, on a skillet over medium heat. Layer with slices of cheese and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Top with cooked shrimp. Cover with the second slice of garlic bread, buttered side up.
- Butter the top of the sandwich. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or add additional toppings like fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes