1Mix cream cheese, 2/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
2Mix cream cheese, 2/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
3Mix cream cheese, 2/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
4Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves finely minced garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a separate bowl; set aside. This will be the spread for the outside of the sandwich.
5Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves finely minced garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a separate bowl; set aside. This will be the spread for the outside of the sandwich.
6Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves finely minced garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a separate bowl; set aside. This will be the spread for the outside of the sandwich.
7Place two slices of sharp Cheddar cheese on each of four pieces of bread.
8Place two slices of sharp Cheddar cheese on each of four pieces of bread.
9Place two slices of sharp Cheddar cheese on each of four pieces of bread.
10Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the four Cheddar-topped slices.
11Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the four Cheddar-topped slices.
12Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the four Cheddar-topped slices.
13Top each with two slices of provolone cheese.
14Top each with two slices of provolone cheese.
15Top each with two slices of provolone cheese.
16Add the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
17Add the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
18Add the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
19Spread half of the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the tops of the sandwiches.
20Spread half of the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the tops of the sandwiches.
21Spread half of the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the tops of the sandwiches.
22Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
23Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
24Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
25Place the sandwiches in the skillet, mayonnaise side down.
26Place the sandwiches in the skillet, mayonnaise side down.
27Place the sandwiches in the skillet, mayonnaise side down.
28Spread the top of each sandwich with the remaining mayonnaise mixture.
29Spread the top of each sandwich with the remaining mayonnaise mixture.
30Spread the top of each sandwich with the remaining mayonnaise mixture.
31Cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides, flipping occasionally until the cheese is melted and the bread is well toasted.
32Cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides, flipping occasionally until the cheese is melted and the bread is well toasted.
33Cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides, flipping occasionally until the cheese is melted and the bread is well toasted.
Ingredients
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
0.66 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
0.66 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
0.66 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1.5 tablespoons heavy cream
1.5 tablespoons heavy cream
1.5 tablespoons heavy cream
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
0.5 cup mayonnaise
0.5 cup mayonnaise
0.5 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
8 slices hearty white bread
8 slices hearty white bread
8 slices hearty white bread
8 slices sharp Cheddar cheese
8 slices sharp Cheddar cheese
8 slices sharp Cheddar cheese
8 slices provolone cheese
8 slices provolone cheese
8 slices provolone cheese
Equipment
skilletsmall bowl
Tips
Cook low and slow to ensure all cheese melts inside.
The garlic from the mayonnaise and the tang from the cream cheese add great flavor.