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Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Learn how to make the best grilled cheese sandwich with crispy bread and melty cheese. Easy, classic comfort food everyone loves!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grilled cheese, grilled cheese sandwich
Servings: 1 sandwich
Calories: 100kcal
Author: Kasey Schwartz

Equipment

  • skillet or nonstick pan
  • spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 slices bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
  • 2-3 slices cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite melting cheese)
  • 1-2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  • Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
  • Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat.
  • Add the cheese slices on top of the bread, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  • Place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese, buttered side up.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the bottom slice is golden brown and crispy. Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Once both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted, remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for 1 minute before slicing.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Video

Notes

  • Use medium or medium-low heat. Too hot burns the bread before the cheese melts.
  • Cover the pan briefly. Traps heat and helps melt the cheese.
  • Grate thick cheeses. They melt faster and more evenly.
  • Let it rest for a minute. The cheese sets slightly and stays gooey.
  • Don’t rush it. Grilled cheese rewards patience.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.01g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 3mg