Brisket Grilled Cheese

Brisket Grilled Cheese

I love making creative recipes with my leftover brisket. From adding it to mac and cheese to stuffing baked potatoes with it and, yes, making grilled cheese sandwiches. Brisket is such a delicious cut of beef, there’s really nothing I won’t do with it. This brisket grilled cheese is one of my favorite ways to use up my leftover brisket, and I think that if you try it, it will be one of your favorites, too.

Why You’ll Love This Brisket Grilled Cheese

There are so many reasons to love this recipe. Of course, it’s delicious, but that’s just the beginning. If you give this recipe a try, you’ll find your own reasons to love it, but here are mine.

• It’s so good and so easy to make using leftover beef brisket. These grilled cheese sandwiches are loaded with brisket so they’re a real leftovers buster.
• It only takes a few ingredients to make this recipe, so it’s soooo easy.
• Speaking of easy, it’s a fast recipe, so it’s convenient.
• It’s one of my favorite grilled cheese sandwiches of all time, and if you make it, it will be one of yours, too!

Tips and Variations

This is such an easy recipe to make, but I still have a couple of tips to help make it the best it can possibly be. I also have some great variations that will help you mix things up to keep it fresh or simply keep you from having to make a special trip to the grocery store.

Tips

• Always make your grilled cheese on medium heat. That’s the perfect temperature to ensure that the bread comes out golden and crispy and the inside of the sandwich is hot and gooey.
• Make one grilled cheese sandwich at a time. This allows the pan to hold its heat, making the cooking even.

Variations

• Use your favorite thick, substantial bread. Options like Texas toast, brioche, and the like are all winners.
• I use Colby Jack for my brisket grilled cheese, but any favorite cheese will work. Other great options are cheddar cheese, mozzarella, Monterey jack cheese, and cheddar jack. I’ve even use Mexican blend which is tasty!
• Feel free to use any of your favorite barbecue flavors with this brisket.
• You can use mayo in place of butter on your bread for an equally crispy, golden outside with a tangy flavor variation.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions about this brisket grilled cheese, then read on. The following FAQ answers the most common questions about grilled cheese sandwiches and brisket.

What do you put on a grilled cheese sandwich?

You can add some amazing ingredients to a grilled cheese sandwich. Some fantastic options include:

• Caramelize onions, cheddar, and sun-dried tomatoes
• Tomato, basil, and mozzarella
• Goat cheese, fig, and arugula
• Olive tapenade and Gruyere
• Turkey, Havarti, and sliced cornichons
• Grilled vegetables and Fontina
• Sliced apple, ham, and Swiss
• Sauteed mushrooms, spinach, and Gruyere
• Ham and American cheese

What kind of bread goes with brisket?

Bread like brioches, Texas toast, sourdough, and ciabatta all go well with brisket.

How do you spice up grilled cheese sandwich?

You can add lots of flavor to a simple grilled cheese sandwich by adding some fun jams and spreads like:

• Chutney
• Pepper jelly
• Tomato jam
• Bacon jam
• Dijon mustard
• Jalapeno jelly

What is traditionally served with brisket?

There are tons of great sides that are traditionally served with brisket. Of course, the BBQ sides come to mind immediately, but there are others, as well.

• Baked beans
• Corn on the cob
• Coleslaw
• Mac and cheese
• Cornbread
• Potato salad
• Smoked asparagus
• Baked potatoes
• Fries
• Smoked brussel sprouts
• Roasted carrots
• Oven roasted potatoes

How to Store and Reheat Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

You can store leftover sandwiches in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Use the oven to reheat them. Wrap the sandwiches in aluminum foil and then baked them for 15 to 20 minutes at 325 degrees.

Brisket Grilled Cheese Ingredients

It only takes a few simple ingredients to make these delicious grilled cheese sandwiches.

• Leftover beef brisket
• Barbecue sauce
• Beef broth
• Colby Jack cheese
• Texas thick bread
• Butter
• Onion strings, if desired

How to Make Brisket Grilled Cheese

Making these delicious sandwiches is just as easy as gathering up the ingredients for them. It only takes a few simple steps!

Step 1: Prep and Heat the Brisket

Add leftover brisket, barbecue sauce, and beef broth to a small saucepan over medium heat and warm until heated through. 

Step 2: Butter the Bread

Butter one side of each piece of bread, so they’re all ready when it’s time to cook the sandwiches.

Step 3: Construct the Sandwiches

Add a slice of cheese to the bottom, unbuttered side of bread. Then add half the brisket and another slice of cheese. Top with another slice of buttered bread.

Step 4: Cook the Sandwiches

Place the sandwich in the pan and cook over medium heat until the bread is golden brown, then, flip and cook the other side in the same way. Serve and enjoy!

Try This Beef Brisket Grilled Cheese Today

This delicious beef brisket grilled cheese sandwich recipe is so delicious and so easy to make, and it absolutely explodes with flavor. Give it a try, and I know you’ll love it as much as I do. With such a great combination of flavor and ease, there’s no reason not to. Once you try this recipe, you’ll find yourself making it again and again.