Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich
207 min.
6
401kcal

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Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwiches: A Vegetarian Delight!

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey sandwich filled with a spicy, creamy pimento cheese spread, all nestled between two slices of buttery brioche bread. Sounds heavenly, doesn't it? This Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich is not just any ordinary sandwich; it's a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds begging for more. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or a hearty dinner, this recipe is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast looking to impress their friends and family with a delicious, vegetarian-friendly meal.

The star of this show-stopping sandwich is the homemade pimento cheese spread, which combines sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and chopped pimentos with a hint of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat. The mixture is pulsed in a food processor until perfectly combined, then seasoned with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. To elevate the taste even further, the spread is chilled for at least three hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a rich, tangy, and slightly spicy sensation.

To assemble the sandwiches, lightly toasted brioche bread is generously spread with additional mayonnaise before being layered with the pimento cheese spread and topped with more slices of bread. The sandwiches are then grilled to perfection in a non-stick skillet, achieving a golden-brown crust and a melted, gooey interior. The result? A crispy exterior that yields to the creamy, spicy filling, making each bite a symphony of textures and flavors.

For those who crave a bit more heat, feel free to add chipotle in adobe sauce to the pimento cheese mixture for an extra smoky flavor. This versatile spread can also be used as a dip for baby carrots and celery sticks, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

With a caloric breakdown of approximately 401 kcal per serving, this Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwich offers a well-balanced meal with 12.95% protein, 58.61% fat, and 28.44% carbohydrates. So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this mouth-watering, vegetarian-friendly dish that's sure to become a new favorite? Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more – it's time to whip up some Grilled Pimento Cheese Sandwiches!

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bread lightly toasted
  • pinch ground pepper 
  • servings kosher salt black
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise plus more for grilling
  • ounce pimientos drained chopped
  • 1.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Pulse the cheese, mayo, pimentos and cayenne in the food processor until just combined. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill for at least 3 hours.
  2. Spread some additional mayo on 1 side of each slice of toasted bread. Arrange 6 slices, mayo-side down, on a clean work surface.
  3. Place 2 heaping tablespoons pimento cheese evenly on the 6 slices of bread and top with the remaining 6 slices of bread, mayo-side facing up.
  4. In a large nonstick skillet over moderate heat, cook 3 sandwiches until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is starting to melt, about 3 minutes. Turn the sandwiches over and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes more. Wipe the pan clean and repeat with the remaining 3 sandwiches.
  5. What To Toss In: If you like your pimento really spicy, you can always add some chipotle in adobe sauce to give it a smoky flavor. This can also be used as an entertaining dip. Just arrange some baby carrots and cut up some celery sticks around the cheese. People will flock to it.

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein12.95%
Fat58.61%
Carbs28.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.44
Glycemic Load
14.87
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.584347968516%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.98kcal
20.05%
Fat:26.18g
40.27%
Saturated Fat:8.01g
50.06%
Carbohydrates:28.58g
9.53%
Net Carbohydrates:25.91g
9.42%
Sugar:4.04g
4.49%
Cholesterol:36.09mg
12.03%
Sodium:765.18mg
33.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.01g
26.02%
Selenium:24.59µg
35.13%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.49%
Vitamin K:35.79µg
34.09%
Calcium:272.69mg
27.27%
Vitamin C:19.78mg
23.98%
Phosphorus:209.56mg
20.96%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.66%
Vitamin B3:3.29mg
16.44%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.28%
Vitamin A:805.04IU
16.1%
Folate:55.81µg
13.95%
Iron:2.49mg
13.85%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.28%
Fiber:2.68g
10.72%
Magnesium:32.13mg
8.03%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.3%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.66%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.1%
Copper:0.11mg
5.37%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.36%
Potassium:141.3mg
4.04%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.38%