Description
Melted cheese nestles between golden-brown sourdough slices in this ultimate grilled cheese sandwich. Crispy edges and gooey interior promise comfort with each delectable bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Ingredients:
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 slices american cheese
Bread Ingredients:
- 2 slices white bread
- 1 tbsp butter (15 ml)
Seasoning and Preparation:
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (1.25 ml)
- 1 tsp olive oil (5 ml)
Instructions
- Soften butter at room temperature to ensure smooth spreading on bread slices.
- Generously coat one side of each bread slice with softened butter, creating a golden exterior.
- Season butter-coated bread with salt and black pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Layer cheddar and american cheese between unbuttered bread sides, creating a thick, melty filling.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat (around 325°F) to prevent burning.
- Carefully place assembled sandwich in heated skillet, buttered side down.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes until bottom develops a crispy, golden-brown crust.
- Gently flip sandwich using a spatula, pressing lightly to ensure even cheese melting.
- Cook additional 2-3 minutes until second side turns golden and cheese becomes completely melted.
- Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute to allow cheese to set.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately while cheese remains warm and gooey.
Notes
- Butter Temperature Matters: Softened butter spreads more evenly, creating a perfectly crisp and golden exterior without tearing delicate bread.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Choose room temperature cheese to ensure smooth, even melting throughout the sandwich without cold spots.
- Heat Control is Crucial: Medium-low heat prevents burning while allowing bread to develop a beautiful golden-brown crust and cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Flavor Boosting Hack: Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper on buttered bread to elevate the overall taste profile and add depth to the classic grilled cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg