Gourmet Garlic Mayo Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Bacon & Spinach

If you think grilled cheese is just a quick snack, this recipe will change your mind. This is the kind of sandwich you’d expect to see at an upscale café — crispy golden bread, creamy garlic mayo, smoky bacon, earthy spinach, sweet softened onions, and velvety melted Gouda that ties it all together. Every bite is a perfect balance of crunch and gooey indulgence.

Yield: 1 serving
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Method: Stove Top

Ingredients for Gourmet Garlic Mayo Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Bacon & Spinach

• 2 slices sourdough bread

• 1/4 cup (60 g) fresh or frozen spinach

• 2 slices bacon, cooked

• 3 slices smoked deli Gouda cheese

• 1 slice onion, microwaved for 1 minute

Garlic Mayo:

• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) mayonnaise

• 1 clove garlic, reserving a few small pieces

How to Make Gourmet Garlic Mayo Grilled Cheese with Gouda, Bacon & Spinach

1. Gather all ingredients.

2. Mix mayonnaise with minced garlic, reserving a few garlic pieces to add to the spinach. Spread the garlic mayo on one side of each slice of bread.

3. Combine the reserved garlic pieces with spinach.

4. Warm the spinach mixture in the microwave until heated through.

5. On the side of bread without spread, layer Gouda slices, then the warmed spinach, followed by bacon. Keep the garlic mayo side facing out for grilling. (No butter needed — the mayo creates the perfect crisp.)

6. Add the microwaved onion slice on top of the bacon.

7. Assemble the sandwich and place it in a preheated skillet, mayo side down.

8. Grill until the bread is golden and crispy on both sides, and the cheese is melted.

9. Serve immediately, ideally with a handful of chips or a light salad.

Why This Sandwich Deserves a Spot on Your Menu

This isn’t your average grilled cheese — it’s a full sensory experience. From the irresistible aroma of garlic to the way the Gouda stretches with each bite, this recipe brings comfort food to a whole new level. Perfect for a quick lunch, a cozy dinner, or even impressing guests at a casual get-together. Once you try it, plain grilled cheese will never be the same.