Sandwiches & Burgers
What to serve with Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese is pure comfort — melty, buttery, and rich. But without something acidic and tangy alongside it, it can feel like it is missing a partner.
Quick answer
Serve grilled cheese with Mamellada Tomato Chutney, Hot sauce (a few drops), Aged cheddar, Emmental, A little Parmesan on the outside. For a sweet-savory shortcut, add Tomato Chutney from Mamellada.
From Mamellada
Tomato Chutney
Think of it as a better dipping sauce — tangy, slightly sweet, and with more depth than plain ketchup or tomato soup.
Explore Tomato ChutneyWhat to add
Bring in acidity, tang, something to dip in to round out the plate.
Mamellada Tomato Chutney
Condiments & Sauces
Think of it as a better dipping sauce — tangy, slightly sweet, and with more depth than plain ketchup or tomato soup.
Hot sauce (a few drops)
Condiments & Sauces
A little heat sharpens the cheese flavor and keeps things exciting.
Aged cheddar
Cheeses
Sharp and melty. The classic grilled cheese cheese for a reason.
Emmental
Cheeses
Nutty, sweet, and great at melting. Mixing it with cheddar gives you a more complex flavor.
A little Parmesan on the outside
Cheeses
Grated on the buttered bread before grilling. It forms a crispy, salty crust.
Fresh thyme leaves
Fresh Additions
Tucked inside before grilling, they add a subtle herbal warmth that surprises in the best way.
Sliced tomato (inside)
Fresh Additions
Juicy and slightly sweet. Classic pairing with melted cheese and a little risky with sogginess — pat it dry first.
Sourdough
Breads & Bases
Tangy crust and sturdy structure. Grills beautifully and adds more flavor than white bread.
Serving ideas
The classic
Aged cheddar on sourdough, grilled in butter, with a small bowl of Tomato Chutney for dipping.
The upgrade
Mix cheddar and Emmental, add Parmesan on the outside, tuck in thyme leaves, and serve with chutney and pickles.
What to drink
Tomato soup (obviously), a cold beer, or hot tea.