Creamy Avocado Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 thick slices of your favorite bread
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1 perfectly ripe avocado
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1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
→ Flavor Enhancers
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2 tablespoons butter, softened to room temperature
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1 tablespoon creamy mayonnaise
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves (if you have them on hand)
# Instructions:
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Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. You want it nice and warm but not smoking hot.
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Scoop out your avocado and mash it up with a fork until it's creamy but still has some texture. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Toss both cheeses together in a bowl so they're evenly mixed. This helps them melt together perfectly.
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Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of two slices, spread a thin layer of mayo.
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Place the mayo-spread slices in your heated pan, mayo-side down. Spread the seasoned avocado evenly over each slice, then sprinkle with garlic and onion powder.
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Pile on your cheese mixture generously over the avocado. If you're using basil, layer those fresh leaves on top of the cheese.
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Top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side facing up. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
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Carefully flip your sandwiches and cook another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden and the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
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Remove from heat, let cool for just a minute, then slice diagonally and serve while the cheese is still stretchy and warm.
# Notes:
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This sandwich works best with day-old bread that won't get soggy from the avocado
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Make sure your avocado is ripe but not overripe for the best texture
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Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the outside before the cheese melts