Garlic Butter Shrimp Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of bread (thick and crusty)
• 1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter (for grilling)

Instructions:

1. Cook the shrimp:
   
   • In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
   • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
   • Add shrimp, salt, and pepper.
   • Cook until pink (about 2–3 minutes per side).
   • Sprinkle with parsley and remove from heat.
3. Prepare the sandwich:
   
   • Butter one side of each bread slice.
   • Place one slice (butter side down) in a skillet.
   • Add a layer of cheese, then the shrimp, then more cheese.
   • Top with the second slice of bread (butter side up).
5. Grill the sandwich:
   
   • Cook on medium heat until golden brown and crispy (about 2–3 minutes per side).
   • Press lightly with a spatula so the cheese melts evenly.
7. Serve hot:
   
   • Cut in half, sprinkle with parsley, and enjoy the cheesy shrimp goodness!