This funky grilled cheese is inspired by the flavors of Lebanon, using a za'atar spice blend on the outside and homemade garlic sauce (toum) on the inside.
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14 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic
13 cup Land O Lakes® Butter with Canola Oil
1 tablespoon za'atar spice mixture
8 slices sturdy sandwich bread
8 (3/4-ounce) slices Land O Lakes® Deli American
*Substitute 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon sumac, 1/4 teaspoon oregano and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
STEP 1
Heat electric griddle to 350°F.
STEP 2
Combine mayonnaise and garlic in small bowl; set aside.
STEP 3
Combine Butter with Canola Oil and za-atar in small bowl until evenly distributed. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with about 1/2 tablespoon butter mixture.
STEP 4
Place 4 bread slices, buttered-side down, onto hot griddle. Spread 1 tablespoon garlic mayonaise mixture over bread slices. Top each with 2 slices cheese and remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
STEP 5
Cook about 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Place assembled sandwich in air fryer basket. Cook at 360°F for about 5 minutes until cheese is melted. Flip the sandwich and continue cooking another 5-7 minutes or until bread is crisped and golden and cheese is melted. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to cook more than one sandwich at a time.
You can find za'atar online or at specialty grocery or spice stores.
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