The classic grilled cheese sandwich is a comfort food staple that’s both simple and satisfying. With its crispy, buttery exterior and gooey, melted cheese inside, it’s hard to resist. This recipe will show you how to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich every time.
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
This recipe features the timeless combination of buttery, toasted bread and oozy melted cheese. You can customize your grilled cheese with your favorite cheese varieties and even add extras like bacon, tomatoes, or caramelized onions for a gourmet twist. It's quick to make and perfect for a quick lunch or snack.
Equipment
- skillet
- spatula
Ingredients
- bread
- cheese
- unsalted butter
- mayonnaise
Instructions
- Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Lay two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface.Place a slice of cheese on each of the two bread slices.
- If desired, add any extras like bacon, tomato slices, caramelized onions, or avocado slices on top of the cheese.Top each sandwich with the remaining two slices of bread, buttered side up.
- Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium-low heat. You want it hot enough to melt the cheese but not so hot that it burns the bread.
- Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown, and the cheese is melted and gooey.If needed, you can press down on the sandwiches gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt evenly.
- Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing them in half.Serve immediately while the cheese is still melty and the bread is crispy.
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Notes
- Choose your cheese wisely; cheddar, American, Swiss, or provolone are popular options, but feel free to experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.
- Using a combination of butter and mayonnaise on the outside of the bread adds a delightful crispiness to the sandwich.
- Make sure the skillet is not too hot to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
Nutrition
Serving: 400g
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