Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients
- 8 sandwich bread, slices, such as sourdough or white
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, for extra meltiness
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, optional
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. If using, lightly season the cheese mixture with salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. This buttered side will be the exterior of your sandwich.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Place four slices of bread, butter-side down, onto a clean work surface. Evenly distribute the cheese mixture over these four slices. Top with the remaining four slices of bread, butter-side up.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Once hot, carefully place the sandwiches into the skillet. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 325
- 5
Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is completely melted and gooey. You may need to adjust the heat to prevent burning while ensuring the cheese melts through.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 325
- 6
Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the skillet and place them on a cutting board. Let them rest for a minute before slicing diagonally in half. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients
- 8 sandwich bread, slices, such as sourdough or white
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, for extra meltiness
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, optional
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. If using, lightly season the cheese mixture with salt and black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. This buttered side will be the exterior of your sandwich.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Place four slices of bread, butter-side down, onto a clean work surface. Evenly distribute the cheese mixture over these four slices. Top with the remaining four slices of bread, butter-side up.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Once hot, carefully place the sandwiches into the skillet. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 325 - 5
Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is completely melted and gooey. You may need to adjust the heat to prevent burning while ensuring the cheese melts through.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 325 - 6
Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the skillet and place them on a cutting board. Let them rest for a minute before slicing diagonally in half. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min