(A decadent, buttery grilled cheese stuffed with garlic shrimp and gooey melted cheese)
Ingredients:
8 slices of thick bread (Italian or sourdough works well)
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Shrimp Filling:
½ lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried Italian seasoning
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions:
Prepare the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley. Set aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through. Add the lemon juice, toss, and set the shrimp aside.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice. Place the buttered side down, and layer half of the bread slices with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, followed by a portion of cooked shrimp. Top with more cheese and cover with another slice of bread, garlic butter side up.
Cook the Grilled Cheese:
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey. Press down lightly with a spatula for an even cook.
Serve:
Slice and enjoy this warm, crispy, and cheesy garlic shrimp grilled cheese. Perfect with a side of marinara or garlic aioli for dipping!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4