8 Grilled Cheese Recipes To Try Now

By Southern Living

This kid-favorite is all grown up. You're going to love these tasty riffs that are still just as comforting as the classic. 

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The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

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Recipe: The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Use mayonnaise instead of butter for added flavor and to keep the bread from burning.

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"Some Like It Hot" Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

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Recipe: "Some Like It Hot" Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

Made with pimiento cheese, bacon, and strawberry preserves, "Some Like It Hot" Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches are the mother of all pimiento cheese sandwiches. Grill up slices of comfort for lunch or dinner today.

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Goat Cheese and Strawberry Grilled Cheese

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Recipe: Goat Cheese and Strawberry Grilled Cheese

Make a healthier version of grilled cheese by substituting flavorful goat cheese and strawberries.

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Grilled Cheese and Apple Sandwiches

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Recipe: Grilled Cheese and Apple Sandwiches

No panini press? Cook your sandwiches in a skillet 4 minutes on each side with a pan on top.

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Extra Cheesy Grilled Cheese

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Recipe: Extra Cheesy Grilled Cheese

Love grilled cheese sandwiches? Then this recipe is for you. Spread a mixture of butter and grated Parmesan cheese on slices of Italian bread, then top with high-quality provolone and mozzarella.

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Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam

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Recipe: Grilled Ham-and-Cheese Sandwiches with Strawberry-Shallot Jam

The secret is all in the Strawberry-Lemonade Jam. Use roasted turkey instead of ham, if you prefer.

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Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwich

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Recipe: Grilled Pimiento Cheese Sandwiches

Take your normal grilled cheese sandwich up a notch with this classic pimiento cheese recipe instead of just plain Cheddar.

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Grilled Chicken 'N' Cheese Sandwiches

Recipe: Grilled Chicken 'N' Cheese Sandwiches

Nothing screams midweek, go-to meal more than a grilled cheese sandwich. But this recipe takes it up a notch by adding protein and an extra punch of flavor with golden raisins and Monterey Jack cheese. Slivered almonds and chopped celery pack in a bold crunch with each bite. If your kids are more particular eaters, you can always leave out any of the add-ons and stick to the good old cheesy chicken sandwich that everyone is sure to love.

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