Parmesan Crusted Grilled Cheese Sandwich w/Jam
The Parmesan Crusted Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Jam is an indulgent twist on a classic comfort food, offering a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. What sets this sandwich apart is the crisp, golden crust of parmesan cheese on the outside of buttery sourdough bread, adding a nutty crunch that elevates every bite. Inside, the combination of creamy gouda and the bold, garlicky kick of Vampire Slayer cheese creates a rich, melty center that’s anything but ordinary.
Adding a layer of your favorite jam—like raspberry, strawberry, or blackberry—introduces a subtle sweetness that complements the saltiness of the cheese and parmesan crust. The result is a mouthwatering contrast of textures and flavors, where crispy meets gooey and savory meets sweet. Cooking the sandwich slowly on medium-low heat with a covered pan allows the cheese to melt perfectly while achieving that deeply toasted parmesan exterior.
Because this sandwich is so rich and flavorful, it pairs beautifully with a light, tangy side salad dressed in vinaigrette. The acidity of the dressing helps cut through the richness of the cheese, making the entire meal feel more balanced and satisfying. Whether you’re making lunch feel special or serving up a comforting dinner, this grilled cheese is guaranteed to surprise and impress.
Tired of the same old grilled cheese sandwich? Looking for something different? Well look no further. This sandwich will blow you away. This sandwich is very rich. I recommend serving it with a salad with your vinaigrette dressing. The dressing will help cut through the richness.
Ingredients
- Parmesan cheese, shredded
- Jam of choice, such as Raspberry, Strawberry, Blackberry, etc
- 1 slice of Gouda Cheese
- 1 slice Vampire Slayer Cheese
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- Butter
Directions
- Butter one side of each piece of bread
- Press the parmesan cheese into the butter. The more parmesan the better!
- Lay both pieces of bread on a cold non-stick frypan.
- Add the gouda cheese to one piece of bread and the vampire cheese to the other slice.
- Add the jam to one side of bread
- Cover the frypan with either a lid or tin foil and turn the heat to medium low to medium.
- After 3-4 minutes, take a peek under the bread to see if it is toasted. If not, let sit a couple more minutes. The gouda & vampire cheese should be melting.
- Once parmesan is golden brown, assemble the sandwich.
Parmesan Crusted Grilled Cheese Sandwich W/Jam
Materials
- Parmesan cheese shredded
- Jam of choice such as Raspberry Strawberry, Blackberry, etc
- 1 slice Gouda cheese
- 1 slice Vampire Slayer chese
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- Butter
Instructions
- Butter one side of each piece of bread
- Press the parmesan cheese into the butter. The more parmesan the better!
- Lay both pieces of bread on a cold non-stick frypan.
- Add the gouda cheese to one piece of bread and the vampire cheese to the other slice.
- Add the jam to one side of bread
- Cover the frypan with either a lid or tin foil and turn the heat to medium low to medium.
- After 3-4 minutes, take a peek under the bread to see if it is toasted. If not, let sit a couple more minutes. The gouda & vampire cheese should be melting.
- Once parmesan is golden brown, assemble the sandwich.