Recipe first, story at the end if you want
INGREDIENTS
- 8 slices of artisan bread
8 cheddar cheese slices
8 provolone slices - For the cream cheese spread:
1/2 cup of cream cheese
1/2 cup of shredded cheddar or Double Gloucester cheese
2 tablespoons of heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon of coarse salt - For the garlic spread:
1 cup of mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons of minced garlic (you can also use garlic powder)
1/2 teaspoon of coarse salt
DIRECTIONS
For the cream cheese spread:
- Combine the cream cheese, cheddar or Double Gloucester, heavy cream, and salt in a food processor.
- Blend until smooth and set aside.
For the garlic spread:
- Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, and salt in small bowl.
- Stir until blended and set aside.
For the sandwich:
- Lay out artisan bread slices on parchment paper or a large cutting board.
- Place 2 slices of cheddar on 4 of the bread slices. Place 2 slices of provolone on remaining bread slices.
- Equally spoon the cream cheese spread on the slices with provolone. Gently smooth cream cheese spread over each slice.
- Press cheddar side and provolone side together.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, until hot.
- Brush both sides of the sandwiches with the garlic spread.
- Grill sandwiches for 2 minutes on each side, until cheese is melted and bread is golden brown!

Story time: I made this grilled cheese because it was a cold morning and I needed a warm lunch that brought comfort and nostalgia, I have only eaten this meal once before and I have to say for making it at home it was very delicious. Instead of artisan bread my husband made fresh baked bread and it was all around a good time in the kitchen and a great lunch all around.