American cheese slices between white bread may be the standard for a grilled cheese sandwich, but if your grilled cheese repertoire begins and ends there, your sandwich is clearly not living up to its full potential. Just the mention of a grilled cheese sandwich makes my kids’ ears perk up—so whenever I make them, it’s an easy opportunity to introduce new flavors to my kids, and they almost always love it (I mean, isn’t virtually everything better with cheese?).

From savory to sweet, I’ve rounded up the most decadent and delicious grilled cheese recipes out there:

Perfect Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese

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If you have any leftover pulled pork or other slow-cooked meats lying around, this is the ultimate way to re-purpose it into something fantastic. Get the recipe.

Bacon and Guacamole Grilled Cheese

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It’s like game day on a sandwich. Get the recipe.

Best-Ever Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Avocados, melty Manchego cheese, and subtly spicy Chorizo make for a sandwich with a Spanish flare that anyone you serve this to won’t soon forget. Get the recipe.

Beet, Arugula and Goat Grilled Cheese

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This one’s gorgeous for a shower or luncheon, and tastes just as good at room temperature as it does warm. Get the recipe.

Corned Beef Grilled Cheese Recipe



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This is the perfect post-St. Patrick’s Day treat. Get the recipe.

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Broccoli, Bacon, Mustard Seed and Ale Cheddar Grilled Cheese

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This grilled cheese is the perfect accompaniement to your favorite brew. Get the recipe.

The Creamiest Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ever

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Did you know that adding a little cream cheese, mayo, and mustard to your standard grilled cheese ups the creaminess factor to a whole new level? Try it. Get the recipe.

Grilled Cheese Soup Croutons

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Why serve a sandwich on the side when you can get your entire meal in a bowl? Get the recipe.

Mushrooms, Onion and Gouda Grilled Cheese

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This grilled cheese is a little reminiscent of French onion soup. Get the recipe.

Lemon Blackberry Grilled Cheese

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A sweet take on the sandwich that’s worthy of breakfast or lunch. Get the recipe.

Baked-Potato Grilled Cheese

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Fried potatoes, bacon, cheese, and all the fixins make this sandwich worthy of your last meal on earth. Get the recipe.

Next: more ooey, gooey grilled cheese recipes await…