Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A comforting and nostalgic grilled cheese sandwich recipe that is crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, perfect for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 slices of hearty bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 2 slices of cheese (American, cheddar, or Gruyère)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional fillings: crispy bacon, fresh tomato slices, or ripe avocado
Instructions
- Heat your skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of a slice of bread.
- Stack the cheese slices on the buttered side.
- Add any optional fillings you desire.
- Prepare the second slice of bread with butter on one side.
- Toast the sandwich until the bottom is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the sandwich carefully and cook the other side until golden brown and cheese is melted, another 3-4 minutes.
- Serve the sandwich with a side of soup or salad.
Notes
Choose high-quality bread and cheese for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg