Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printer-Friendly)

Golden buttery bread encasing melted cheddar creates this classic comfort food perfect for quick satisfying meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)

→ Dairy

02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

# Direction Steps:

01 - Spread a thin, even layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Lay two cheese slices on each unbuttered side. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up, to form two sandwiches.
03 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
04 - Place sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
05 - Remove from the pan, let cool slightly, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes literally minutes but tastes like a warm hug
  • Perfectly adaptable to whatever cheese and bread you have hiding in the fridge
02 -
  • Low and slow beats high and fast every time for that perfectly melted center without burning the bread
  • Mayonnaise instead of butter creates the most ridiculously crispy exterior youve ever tasted
03 -
  • Grate your cheese instead of slicing it for faster, more even melting
  • Covering the pan with a lid for the first minute helps melt the cheese before the bread burns
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