Description
Master the art of the perfect grilled cheese sandwich with this simple recipe. Golden and crispy on the outside, with a gooey, melted cheese center, this sandwich is the ultimate comfort food, ideal for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (your choice)
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- Optional: tomato slices, bacon strips, or ham slices for added flavor
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each bread slice. Place two slices, buttered side down, on the skillet.
- Lay two slices of cheese on each piece of bread. Add any optional ingredients like tomato or bacon.
- Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
- Grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Flip carefully with a spatula and cook the other side.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a richer taste, use a combination of cheeses like Gouda, mozzarella, or a spicy pepper jack.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the butter for a flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg