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April 12, 2013 by: Courtney

3 Mini Gourmet Grilled Cheeses!

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Mini Gourmet Grilled Cheeses! Repin + save for the perfect party food! by pizzazzerie.com

Let’s talk PARTY FOOD! Here are a few of my go-to tips for serving up the perfect party food (whether it’s just the extended family over for dinner or a full-on gourmet party)!

  • Mini is always easier to eat.
  • Include savory in addition to your sweets.
  • Keep it simple and delicious.

Here is an example in honor of National Grilled Cheese Day. Mini gourmet grilled cheeses appeal to everyone including the kids, offer lots of possibilities for creative pairing, and they are easy to eat while mixing and mingling (key). I’ve partnered with Cracker Barrel Cheese for some exciting cheese-related fun so I’ll be showing you 3 recipes for mini grilled cheeses using their delicious flavors.

The "COB" grilled cheese, a gourmet mini party food by pizzazzerie.com #recipe #grilled #cheeseFirst up is the “COB”. It gets its name from the “C”heddar, “O”nion, + “B”acon. It’s a dynamic combo. I used Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheddar paired with fresh red onions and hickory smoked bacon. This is my husband’s personal fave and a total crowd-pleaser. Other ideas? You could absolutely add a flavorful mustard or aioli for some extra “something something” but it stands along because the extra sharp cheddar is a truly full-flavor cheese.

The "Honey Pie" gourmet mini grilled cheese by pizzazzerie.com #recipe #grilled #cheese Next up is my personal fave – the Honey Pie. I could eat this every single day. Seriously! It combines Cracker Barrel’s Aged Reserve (which won the Gold Medal at the World Championship Cheese Contest in 2012) with thinly sliced green apple and drizzled with honey. Oh wow. The honey adds caramelized sweetness while the apple adds tart and crunch. This is also my favorite of the Cracker Barrel cheeses (it’s in a black label – look for it in your grocery store). High quality cheese makes all the difference.

The "Kermit" mini gourmet grilled cheese by pizzazzerie.com #recipe #party #foodLast we have the “Kermit” because of it’s green additions like baby arugula and jalapenos. I also added french fried onions for crunch. The main player is Vermont White Cheddar from Cracker Barrel. The rich, full-flavor of the cheese pairs really well with the peppery flavor of the arugula and spiciness of the jalapeno. You could also add sliced avocados or guacamole for even more green deliciousness. It packs a punch but it’s colorful and so tasty.

I’m giving you a challenge, yep – a CHALLENGE! Create your “ultimate gourmet grilled cheese”! What would you include? Leave us a comment below ;) 

Disclaimer: I am being compensated for my time + efforts in partnership with Cracker Barrel cheese but all above ideas are my own. I love cheese. 

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  1. Donna O'Neil says

    April 12, 2013 at 10:56 am

    My 5 year old always talks about making a macaroni and cheese sandwich. So, I propose a macaroni and cheese grilled cheese.

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    • Courtney says

      April 12, 2013 at 11:38 am

      Hi Donna! That’s a GREAT IDEA! Yum!

      Reply
  2. Breanne says

    April 12, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    These look delicious! Can’t wait to try them. Is the “sandwich” part a couple of crackers? I can’t tell, but want to make sure I get this right. ;-) Also, did you bake these or heat them up in a pan or maybe the microwave? Thank you for so many great ideas!!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      April 13, 2013 at 2:18 pm

      It’s Pepperidge Farm’s “very thin” bread. I made them on a frying pan.

      Reply
  3. Christi @ Love From The Oven says

    April 12, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    Love these! And totally with you on the Honey Pie. Yum!

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  4. Deb says

    April 13, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    Enjoyed your Honey Pie today for lunch. Wow! I never would have made this sandwich on my own – LOVED it!

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    • Courtney says

      April 13, 2013 at 2:18 pm

      Hi Deb! So glad you loved it! :)

      Reply
  5. Jackie @ Savoring Our Twenties says

    April 17, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    These are seriously adorable! LOVE.

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  6. Amanda at TheCottonwoodJournals.com says

    April 19, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    This grilled cheese looks so delicious. Have you entered it in the Grilled Cheese Academy’s recipe showdown? If not, you should! Here’s the website: http://grilledcheeseacademy.com

    Reply

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    December 27, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    […] Assortment is key because what someone likes may not be what another likes. Thanks to Pizzazzerie they have given you three different ways to make a memorably cheesy bite size grilled cheese sandwich and you can fin d the recipie here. […]

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