Grilled Cheese with Leftover Smoked Brisket on Garlic Toast

Grilled Cheese

This fantastic grilled cheese starts with leftover brisket that I heat up with a little BBQ sauce to keep it moist and flavorful. Then, I sandwich shredded brisket and sharp cheddar cheese between two slices of garlic Texas toast and cook until golden in a pan. When it’s all said and done, I have super thick grilled cheese sandwiches loaded with beefy, cheesy, garlic bread goodness that everyone loves. It’s an absolutely delicious fusion of BBQ and grilled cheese that will take you by surprise in the best way possible.

Why You’ll Love This Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich

• It is made with rich, smoky flavored leftover chopped brisket, sharp cheddar cheese and Texas toast garlic toast.
• It’s so easy to make and uses leftover chopped smoked BBQ brisket for a fast and family favorite way to use leftover brisket.
• It is absolutely delicious and only takes a few simple ingredients for a scrumptious meal. And, it only takes 4 ingredients.

Grilled Cheese Ingredients

You’ll only need a handful of ingredients to make this recipe. It just takes some brisket, cheese, and Texas toast. That’s it!

• Leftover chopped BBQ brisket
• Texas Toast garlic toast
• Sharp cheddar cheese
• Barbecue sauce, if needed

How to Make Grilled Cheese with Brisket and Garlic Toast

Making this recipe is super simple, as well. You’ll be in and out of the kitchen in no time with a plate full of melty, beefy grilled cheese sandwiches.

Step 1: Heat the Brisket

Heat the leftover brisket and BBQ sauce over medium heat in a small saucepan.

Step 2: Grill the Sandwiches

Place four pieces of garlic Texas toast in a large frying pan over medium heat. Grill the toast on one side, then flip and add a slice of cheese, brisket, and another slice of cheese to two of the slices of toast. Add the two slices on top of the filling to make sandwiches and cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt. Flip the grilled cheese and cook until golden on both sides. Repeat until all the sandwiches have been made. Enjoy with BBQ sauce for dipping or your favorite dipping sauce.

Recipe Tips

• The Texas toast is thick, so it’s important to grill both sides to ensure that it’s hot all the way through.
• Heat up the brisket before adding it to the sandwiches so everything is nice and hot by the time the toast is golden.
• Cook your grilled cheese on heat no higher than medium. It’s the sweet spot for heating the sandwiches through completely and getting the cheese melted without burning the toast.

Variations

• You can make this with leftover shredded BBQ pork or chicken.
• Use your favorite cheese for this recipe.
• For a kick of heat and flavor, add diced jalapenos to the BBQ brisket while heating it up.

What to Serve with Leftover Brisket Grilled Cheese

This delicious recipe combines two classic favorites into one delicious sandwich, so it pairs well with sides that you’d serve with either of them. Try:

• Soups
• French fries
• Sweet potato fries
• Potato wedges
• Tater tots
• Potato chips
• Baked beans
• Mac and cheese
• Potato salad
• Coleslaw

Recipe FAQ

What’s the secret to a good grilled cheese sandwich?

There are a couple of things to keep in mind for a delicious sandwich. First, use butter or mayonnaise. Don’t use margarine. It won’t give you the same toasty, crispy results. Second, keep the heat low. Cook your grilled cheese sandwiches on medium heat and no higher for a golden, crispy exterior and melty, gooey interior.

Best cheese for grilled cheese?

There are several cheeses that make excellent grilled cheese sandwiches. Try any of these.

• Cheddar
• American cheese
• Deli Swiss cheese
• Fontina
• Gruyère
• Gouda
• Havarti
• Provolone
• Colby
• Monterey Jack
• Pepper jack

What goes with grilled cheese?

Grilled cheese is a simple sandwich, and that simplicity lends it to pairing well with a variety of sides. Some great ideas include:

• French fries
• Potato wedges
• Potato chips
• Onion rings
• Tomato soup
• Salads
• Sweet potato fries
• Tater tots

What is the best bread for grilled cheese?

While most of us grew up with generic white bread slices, there are far better, far tastier options out there. The best breads for grilled cheese include:

• Texas toast
• Sourdough
• Ciabatta
• Brioche
• Pullman Loaf
• Baguette

Is it better to grill cheese with butter or mayo?

Both butter and mayo do an excellent job. However, if we’re going for what’s technically better and not just personal preference, mayo wins. Mayo has a higher smoke point, which makes it harder to burn the bread. It also tends to give the grilled cheese an even crispier exterior.

How to Store Leftover Sandwiches

Store these sandwiches in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can wrap them individually in cling wrap and then freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.

Try This Delicious Grilled Cheese with Leftover Brisket

This brisket grilled cheese sandwich is full of flavor, not work. It only takes a few minutes and a few simple steps, and when you’re all done, you’ll have a delicious, beefy take on grilled cheese that you’ll want to make again and again. And with a recipe so easy, you’ll be able to make it all the time. That’s good, because everyone will be asking for it over and over.

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