Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable Version)
Golden crispy bread encasing gooey melted cheddar cheese, creating the ultimate quick comfort food perfect for any time of day.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices sandwich bread (white, sourdough, or whole grain)
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese
→ Spread
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
# Method:
01 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice, ensuring complete coverage to the edges.
02 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a clean surface. Layer two cheese slices on each piece, then top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
03 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until evenly heated.
04 - Place assembled sandwiches in the hot pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
05 - Carefully flip sandwiches and cook the second side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is completely melted.
06 - Remove from pan and let rest for 1 minute to allow cheese to set slightly. Cut into halves or quarters and serve immediately while hot.
# Chef's Tips:
01 -
- Takes less than 15 minutes from start to that first crispy, gooey bite
- Uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen right now
- Infinitely customizable once you master the basic technique
02 -
- Medium low heat is your friend, high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
- Letting the sandwiches rest for 60 seconds keeps the cheese from running everywhere when you cut them
- A buttered mayo mix on the outside creates this incredible golden crust that people will ask you about
03 -
- Mayonnaise on the outside instead of butter creates an even golden crust and does not burn as easily
- Grating your cheese instead of slicing it helps it melt faster and more evenly