Cheeseburger Meatball Grilled Cheese
Here’s a confession: I’m picky about leftovers. There. It’s out and I’m no longer going to be embarrassed by the fact that sometimes I just don’t like leftovers. My husband will eat nearly anything leftover and I do admit that the older I get, the more open I am to various leftovers.
This post, however, is about foods that are amazing leftover. Foods like: meatloaf; chili (even better the second day); lasagna; black bean burgers (leftovers = quesadilla); pizza; spaghetti; and cheeseburger meatballs!
You might have guessed by now that this post is about leftover cheeseburger meatballs, in the form of a grilled cheese. You might also know that I have a thing with sandwiches, and particularly with grilled cheese sandwiches.
So it was an absolute no-brainer for me when it came to using up the leftovers of Monday’s meatballs. This grilled cheese made the most mouth-watering lunch I’ve had in a while. The meatballs were amazing by themselves but then when I smashed them between buttery bread and more cheese? Lunchtime euphoria. Seriously.
Cheeseburger Meatball Grilled Cheese
Yield: 1 sandwich
Total Time: 15 min
A round-two recipe for Cheeseburger Meatballs: Cheeseburger Meatball Grilled Cheese.
Ingredients:
1 Tbs. butter
2 slices whole wheat bread
5-6 cheeseburger meatballs, halved
2 slices of cheddar cheese
1-2 Tbs. copycat "special sauce" (recipe in the link above)Directions:
Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
Place one slice of bread, butter side down, in the heated skillet, place a slice of cheese on top and then line with the meatballs. Place the other slice of cheese on top of the meatballs, top with the "special sauce" and then place the other slice of bread on top, butter side up.
Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until the bread is golden and toasty and the cheese is melted.
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Oh, dear. You took those gooey things to a whole new level of awesome. You’re killing me! This is a must make.
Meatballs in GRILLED CHEESE??? Genius! I have a special day coming up where I’m treating myself. All food will be calorie free.
Ummm, this would make a great lunch! Love this!!!
I have to run to the store today to grab a few things and I’m totally buying the ingredients to make myself grilled cheese for lunch. Your pictures have me craving it so badly!! Love this use for the leftover meatballs
Genius. I too have a slight aversion to leftovers, and this is the perfect solution!
You’re not alone – my boyfriend is exactly the same way which means all the more for me! I’m pretty sure that he would deem this an appropriate use of leftovers though, it looks amazing!
As a self-proclaimed grilled-cheese-aholic… this is my JAM!!
Gracious these look amazing! I want one for lunch – uh, now!
Cassie, I’m exactly the same! Most of the time ill skip the leftovers but my wife will eat them 3 days later. What gives? I love your manly sandwich!!
GAH! I want to tackle you hug you right now! These cheeseburger grilled cheese look AH-mazing!
Such a simple, but BRILLIANT idea. Why didn’t I think of this?!
This looks amazing, Cassie! It reminds me of a cheeseburger I used to eat at Ruby’s Diner that was flattened (almost to the point of being a grilled cheese). Yum!
bah! leftovers are my favorite!! Looks great.
Man Cassie- at 10 AM all I want that sandwich! Those meatballs on their own are to die for, but this combo looks pretty amazing. Way to re-purpose!
It’s the circle of life! All in one perfect grilled cheese sandwich! Love this use of leftovers, Cassie! I would want to waste a single one of those lovely meatballs!!!
Ok, just want to clarify: I would NOT want to waste a single meatball!! (And I clearly can’t type.)
I don’t like leftovers either. This is so clever and looks incredible!
I want, I need, I must have! I think this is the best way to use up the leftover cheeseburger meatballs. You are a genius Cassie. PS: I love leftover chili!
Cassie I LOVE how you used those leftovers! That sandwich looks like serious business.
This may be the PERFECT way to use up leftovers!
I’m weird about leftovers too. I love this recreation!! You could pretty much put anything in a panini and I’ll be happy.
What a perfect grilled cheese!
Have to say – never had one of these. Sounds YUMMY!
You’ve taken grilled cheese to a whole new level, wow!
Oh mannnn, hello these look delicious!!
It’s official I love you even more.
omg. i’m DROOLING. this is such a great way to use up leftovers!! and no worries – i’m picky about them too :\
oh no you didn’t!
That is one awesome looking sandwich and I don’t usually even eat meatballs : )
Have to try this soon! Great idea!
Ha! I rarely eat the leftovers either — good thing my hubby does.
That looks so insanely delicious, I can’t even begin to tell you! But…I am a total fan of leftovers. I can’t bear to throw away perfectly good food. And I double alot of our meals, just so we HAVE leftovers! Such a time saver with kids and busy schedules!
I can’t look away. They are so compelling. I think they will haunt my dreams until I make them.
This is a perfect way to use remake leftovers!
Cassie, this is brilliant! A brilliant, ooey, gooey, use for those yummy meatballs!
My husband loves leftovers, and always eats them for lunch…I like smaller lunches and always miss out. Definitely working this into our meal plans next week!