Grilled Cheese Classic Comfort (Print Version)

Buttery, toasted bread with melted cheese for a quick and satisfying meal.

# Ingredients List:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)

→ Dairy

02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a surface. Arrange two cheese slices on each unbuttered side.
03 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up, creating two sandwiches.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
05 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from pan, allow to cool briefly, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The outside gets impossibly crispy while staying tender inside
  • Takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish
  • Endless variations keep it exciting every time
02 -
  • Medium heat is essential because high heat burns bread before cheese melts
  • Letting sandwiches rest for 1 minute after cooking keeps cheese from running everywhere when sliced
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet for the most even heat distribution
  • Covering the pan with a lid for the last minute guarantees perfectly melted cheese
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