Ground Beef Grilled Cheese (Print-Friendly Version)
A savory blend of ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies on buttery grilled bread.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Meat
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227 grams ground beef
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Dairy & Bread
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4 slices sandwich bread
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28 grams (2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
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100 grams shredded cheese
→ Vegetables
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40 grams diced tomatoes
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40 grams diced onions
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40 grams diced bell peppers (optional)
# Detailed Directions:
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In a skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Drain excess fat and set aside.
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Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
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Place the bread slices buttered side down on a clean work surface.
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Evenly distribute shredded cheese atop two bread slices.
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Top the cheese with cooked ground beef, diced tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers if desired.
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Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing up.
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Heat a skillet or griddle to medium. Grill sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
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Remove sandwiches from heat; let rest for one minute before slicing. Serve warm.
# Helpful Advice:
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For added heat, incorporate red pepper flakes into the ground beef while cooking. Adjust cheese and toppings according to preference. Select preferred bread type to customize flavor.