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Grilled Cheese Roll Ups

Crispy golden Grilled Cheese Roll Ups with melted cheese inside
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These Grilled Cheese Roll Ups turn soft sandwich bread, melty cheese, and buttery skillet heat into a crisp, cozy snack made for dipping.

Ingredients

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  • 8–10 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
  • 8–10 slices melting cheese, such as cheddar, American, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or provolone
  • 4–5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened or melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional, stirred into the butter
  • Pinch of paprika, optional
  • Small sprinkle of dried Italian herbs, optional

Instructions

  1. Slice the crusts off the bread, then press each piece thin with a rolling pin until it is flexible and easy to roll.
  2. Set one cheese slice near the edge of each flattened bread slice. Trim the cheese if it reaches past the bread.
  3. Add paprika or dried herbs over the cheese, if using.
  4. Roll the bread tightly around the cheese to form a small cylinder. Place each one seam-side down while you finish the rest.
  5. Coat the outside of each roll with melted butter using a brush, or spread softened butter lightly over the surface.
  6. Warm a nonstick skillet, griddle, or frying pan over medium-low to medium heat.
  7. Place the rolls seam-side down in the pan, working in batches if needed so they have room to crisp.
  8. Cook for 2-4 minutes on the first side, until sealed and golden.
  9. Turn with tongs and cook each remaining side for about 1-2 minutes, until the bread is crisp all around and the cheese has melted. Total skillet time is usually 5-8 minutes per batch.
  10. Transfer to a plate and serve right away while the centers are hot and gooey.

Notes

  • Very soft, fresh sandwich bread rolls more neatly and is less likely to split.
  • Keep the cheese layer modest so the rolls stay tidy in the skillet.
  • Medium-low to medium heat helps the bread brown slowly while the cheese melts inside.
  • A little cheese may escape into the pan; those crisp edges are part of the fun.
  • Serve with tomato soup, marinara, ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard for dipping.

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