Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our best grilled cheese sandwich recipe. This classic favorite features perfectly toasted bread, gooey melted cheese, and a simplicity that makes it the ultimate go-to for a quick and satisfying meal

Prep time:

5 mins

Servings:

2

Cook time:

10 mins

Difficulty:

Easy

Total time:

15 mins

What you'll need

Skillet

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Spatula

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices of bread
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (about 120g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (about 120g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Additional ingredients like cooked bacon, tomato slices, or caramelized onions (optional)

Directions

STEP 1

Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat

 

STEP 2

Butter one side of each bread slice

 

STEP 3

Place two slices, butter side down, on the heated surface

 

STEP 4

Sprinkle a generous amount of cheddar and mozzarella cheese on the bread

 

STEP 5

Optionally, add any extras like cooked bacon, tomato slices, or caramelized onions

 

STEP 6

Top with the remaining bread slices, butter side facing up

 

STEP 7

Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, approximately 4-5 minutes per side

 

STEP 8

Remove from the heat, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve

Nutrition facts (per serving)

Calories:

550

Protein:

18g

Fat:

40g

Carbs:

35g

Fiber:

2g

Sugar:

2g

Sodium:

750mg