Description
These Smoked Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine smoky, tender brisket with a decadent blend of Gruyere, cheddar, and Monterrey Jack cheeses, all toasted between perfectly seasoned and buttery slices of bread for a rich and satisfying sandwich experience.
Ingredients
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Bread and Butter
- 8 thick slices white or whole wheat bread
- Salted butter, softened (enough to butter slices)
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
Filling
- 2 cups cooked smoked beef brisket, chopped
- 4 tbsp barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Butter the top side of each slice of bread with softened salted butter to ensure a crispy, golden crust during cooking.
- Season the bread: Sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder evenly over the buttered sides of all bread slices to add aromatic and savory notes to the sandwich exterior.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place a slice of bread butter-side down onto the skillet. Layer evenly with 1/4 cup each of Gruyere, cheddar, and Monterrey Jack cheeses, followed by 1/2 cup of chopped smoked brisket, and drizzle 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce over the meat. Top with another slice of bread butter-side up to form the sandwich.
- Cook the sandwiches: Grill the sandwich in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted thoroughly. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make all four sandwiches.
Notes
- Use medium-low heat to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- You can substitute the barbeque sauce with your favorite sauce for variation.
- Leftover brisket works wonderfully and adds smoky flavor, making this recipe perfect for using up cooked meat.
- Press the sandwich gently while cooking to help the cheese melt evenly.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
