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    Mushroom Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Published: February 8, 2021 Updated: April 9, 2022 / By: Dawn | Girl Heart Food 14 Comments

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    Half of a mushroom and brie grilled cheese sandwich.

    Mushroom grilled cheese for lunch, anyone? With perfectly cooked mushrooms, creamy Brie cheese and buttery bread, what’s not to love about this cheesy sandwich? This mushroom Brie grilled cheese sandwich is incredibly comforting, super tasty and definitely for those mushroom lovers out there!

    Half of a mushroom and brie grilled cheese sandwich.

    Hey friends!

    If you’re a fan of mushrooms on toast and of grilled Brie sandwiches, then this mushroom Brie grilled cheese is for you!

    It’s ultra savoury, cheesy, buttery and seriously delicious.

    Grilled cheese sandwiches are a staple in our home. I’m pretty much obsessed with cheese (I love it). Plus, we always have mushrooms on hand because they pack tons of flavour.

    This mushroom grilled cheese is simple enough when you want to treat yourself to an indulgent lunch, yet fancy enough for a nice dinner with a side.

    And if you really want to amp up the mushroom goodness, serve with a side of mushroom soup (one of my absolute faves right there).

    Slices of cooked mushrooms with garlic and thyme in a pan.

    Why We Love This Mushroom Brie Grilled Cheese

    • It’s super savoury and cheesy, perfect for mushroom & cheese lovers.
    • The recipe comes together in well under 25 minutes.
    • It’s such a great way to fancy up a regular grilled cheese sandwich (not that those aren’t awesome).
    • It can be enjoyed as a treat lunch or dinner with a side.
    • Of course, this mushroom grilled cheese sandwich is super delicious!
    Two slices of bread: one with mushrooms, Brie, thyme & honey and the other with butter.

    What Can I Use Instead of Brie?

    If you really want to make this sandwich (or a version thereof), but don’t have Brie on hand, try Camembert instead.

    Overhead shot of a stack of grilled cheese sandwich halves with thyme flowers over top.

    Do I Have To Remove the Rind?

    Nope! The rind on Brie is edible, though some people prefer to remove.

    If you’re not sure, give it a little taste before adding to your sandwich and then decide whether you want to leave on or omit.

    Two halves of a grilled mushroom and Brie sandwich, one half resting on the other half.

    What To Serve With It

    Enjoy this mushroom Brie grilled cheese sandwich as is or enjoy with any of these sides for more of a substantial meal:

    • As mentioned above, a bowl of soup is classic with a grilled cheese sandwich (a personal favourite)
    • Homemade fries
    • Potato chips
    • Pickle
    • Veggie sticks
    Hand holding half of a mushroom and Brie grilled cheese sandwich.

    Recipe Variations

    • Add another veggie element to this Brie sandwich with some cooked spinach. Give it a little squeeze dry of excess moisture before adding to your sandwich.
    • Baby bella (cremini) mushrooms were used, but white button are another option.
    • Instead of honey, give your bread a little smear of your favourite jam. Blueberry or apricot jam works lovely here!
    Stack of two halves of a grilled mushroom Brie sandwich.

    More Cheesy Sandwiches

    • Pickle Grilled Cheese
    • Pizza Grilled Cheese
    • Grilled PB & J Sandwich with Cheese

    If you make this mushroom Brie grilled cheese recipe, be sure to leave a comment below!

    Half of a mushroom and brie grilled cheese sandwich.

    Mushroom Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Dawn | Girl Heart Food
    Mushroom grilled cheese for lunch, anyone? With perfectly cooked mushrooms, creamy Brie cheese and buttery bread, what's not to love about this cheesy sandwich? This mushroom Brie grilled cheese sandwich is incredibly comforting, super tasty and definitely for those mushroom lovers out there!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 18 mins
    Total Time 23 mins
    Course Lunch
    Servings 2 sandwiches
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    Ingredients
     

    Sautéed Mushrooms

    • ½ tablespoon olive oil
    • 8 ounces baby bella (cremini) mushrooms, sliced (about 227 grams)
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
    • pinch salt
    • pinch freshly ground black pepper
    • ½ tablespoon unsalted butter

    Other Grilled Cheese Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, approximately
    • 4 slices sandwich bread
    • 4 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
    • 1 teaspoon honey

    Instructions

    Sauteed Mushrooms

    • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
    • Add mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes, undisturbed.
    • Stir mushrooms and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes or until mushrooms have nicely sautéed.
    • Add garlic and thyme, stirring in, and cook another minute. Season with a pinch each of salt and black pepper.
    • Stir in ½ tablespoon of butter. Remove mushrooms from the pan onto a plate for use shortly.

    Grilled Cheese

    • Spread butter on all four slices of bread (both sides).
      Note: Depending on exactly how big your bread slices are (and how buttery you like things), you may use a little less (or more) butter on your bread.
    • Distribute mushrooms between two of the slices. Top mushrooms with sliced Brie cheese and a drizzle of honey. Top with remaining buttered bread slices to form the two sandwiches.
    • Heat a 10-inch or 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-low to medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet.
    • Cook sandwiches for about 3 to 4 minutes on one side.
    • Carefully flip sandwiches to the other side and continue to cook for another 3 to 4 minutes or until the outside is golden brown, crispy and the cheese is melted inside. Serve and enjoy!

    A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

    Keyword gourmet grilled cheese, mushroom grilled cheese

    Tried this recipe?

    If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!

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    Comments

    1. Valentina

      February 18, 2021 at 3:31 am

      What a dreamy sandwich, Dawn. LOVE the flavor combo of the mushrooms and brie. A delicious, warm sandwich like this is such a great comfort food — which I welcome any time. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 22, 2021 at 2:01 pm

        Thank you very much, Valentina!

        Reply
    2. Shashi at SavorySpin

      February 15, 2021 at 9:01 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow – Dawn, you have cooked your mushrooms to perfection! This is one grilled cheese recipe I could devour and I’m not usually a grilled cheese lover – but THIS! WOW!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:54 am

        Thanks a bunch, Shashi! You’re so kind!

        Reply
    3. David @ Spiced

      February 09, 2021 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      Oh, this recipe is totally calling – no, screaming – my name right now! We love grilled cheese sandwiches around here, and I’m always down to put a fun spin on ’em. The brie + mushrooms is definitely a fun spin! This sounds like the comfort food that I need right now – it’s snowing again (!) today, and a good grilled brie sandwich is just what the doctor ordered!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:53 am

        Woo hoo! Thank you David! So happy you like the recipe!

        Reply
    4. Michelle | Sift & Simmer

      February 09, 2021 at 2:48 am

      5 stars
      Love the idea of a mushroom grilled cheese! Like a mushroom melt, but even better 🙂 I could imagine this would be so good with a caramelized onion jam.. mmm!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:52 am

        Thanks Michelle! Oh, caramelized onion jam would be awesome with this grilled cheese!

        Reply
    5. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      February 09, 2021 at 12:19 am

      5 stars
      We’ve been eating a lot of mushrooms these days, Dawn! The kids would turn their nose up at this sandwich but Etienne and I would love it!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:52 am

        Love mushrooms! Thanks Katherine!

        Reply
    6. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers

      February 08, 2021 at 8:55 pm

      5 stars
      Yes please! Delicious looking sandwich and I just happen to have some Brie in my fridge right now, so I’m all set 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:52 am

        Yay! Thanks Jennifer! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      February 08, 2021 at 9:03 am

      5 stars
      This grilled cheese looks amazing! I love those perfectly sauteed mushrooms and using brie is such a great idea! It has such great flavor and is so creamy. This sandwich is perfect for lunch or dinner!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        February 19, 2021 at 8:51 am

        Thank you Kathy! We love grilled cheese sandwiches!

        Reply

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