Fancy Grilled Cheese 9 Ways

 

The cold weather months really put me in the mood for grilled cheese sandwiches and soups. And although Elsie and I are huge fans of a classic and simple grilled cheese sandwich, we thought it would be fun to come up with some variations for a family lunch we hosted over the weekend. Elsie also brought her panini maker over to my house, it was my first time using one and I've got to say- I'm now a huge fan! We made 9 different grilled cheese variations for our family to choose from, some savory some sweet. My favorite was the tuna with spicy mustard, while our mom favored the apple and provolone.

 

 

Our flavor variations included: jalapeno peppers and colby jack cheese, bosc pear slices with ricotta and honey, cream cheese (or brie) with raspberry jam, and sour apple with provolone.

 

 

Here you can see: bacon, avocado and munster cheese, summer sausage with banana peppers and swiss, fresh tomatoes with pesto and mozzarella, tuna salad with spicy mustard and munster cheese, and caramelized onions with swiss cheese.

 

 

Have fun making up your own signature flavor! xo. emma and elsie

 

Comments

[Jenn]

Wow, yum, love this post!

[Nat @ Dear Little House]

These look so delicious! I love trying unusual food combos, I think the apple could be a winner :)

[jenn~the stylish housewife]

we got a panini maker for our wedding 3 1/2 years ago and we haven't used it once! now that i've seen that jalepeno/colby jack cheese sandwich, i might actually use it for the first time! YUM!!!

xoxo, jenn
the stylish housewife

[Alyssa]

I really like this post! :D It's cool to see all of the different variations you came up with. :D My boyfriend really seems to enjoy grilled sandwiches, as well as fruit in savory sandwiches, so I'll have to tell him about this. :D

[Jaclyn T]

Yummers! I want to try the apple one!

--Jaclyn T
Elegant Twig Jewellery
http://www.etsy.com/shop/trickart
http://positiveponderings.blogspot.com

[Zea]

OH. My. Goodness! Yes! These all look yummy. I would like to try the california-style grilled cheese.

[meesch]

i absolutely love this post and your decision to make so many variations at once! I'm so jealous you got to try all those!

-meesch
http://www.aperfectkindofday.com

[Rae Veda]

I'm such a sucker for grilled cheese. It's really like the best food ever. Especially for vegetarians. xo, rv

http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/

[Janna Lynn]

Yummy! I love grilled cheese and aim to try as many of those combo's as possible! I really love these posts because a goal of mine is to be a more thoughtful cook, either for my family or a get together. I'm soooo not right now! So Thanks and Hearts, Janna Lynn

[Miki]

You girls always come up with the best ideas! ;)

Hope you have a colorful week!

[Liv]

We make one with gorgonzola cheese and honey drizzled on top, after it's grilled. Domino called it "grown up grilled cheese."

[Maïlys]

*off to look for a panini maker*
haha, unfortunately, I'm jusy joking but this will stay in my head until I buy one!!!!

[Holly]

Panini makers are the best! That reminds me to get mine out and make some delicious sandwiches! Thanks for all of the great ideas for new toppings. Yum.

This post has totally got my stomach growling, ha!

[Rachel from Love a la Mode]

mmmm those look so good and it's making me hungry!
Bisous,
Rachel
http://lovealamode.wordpress.com

[vivianna]

I love grilled cheese. It is one of my fav. things to eat. :)

[dragon fruit]

oh my god these llook SO SO good I need to get to grillin'...

www.dragonnfruit.com

[Talia Christine]

Holy. Friggin. Moly.

THIS IS THE BEST POST EVER!!!

♥
Talia Christine
http://taliachristine.blogspot.com

[Kay]

YUM! I love traditional grilled cheese! You just gave me so many other delicious options!!!! I can't wait to try these!

[Jennifer S.]

Wow, I really need a grilled cheese now.

[percentblog]

LOVE grilled cheeses. Those of you without a panini press, use the bottom of your tea kettle to press a sandwich in the pan. I like a classic basil/tomato addition or bacon and avocado.