Description
Grilled cheese is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy, golden-brown bread enveloping irresistibly gooey melted cheese. This classic dish brings back childhood memories and serves as a satisfying meal or snack any time of day. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a delightful twist, whether paired with a warm bowl of tomato soup or enjoyed on its own. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this delicious grilled cheese in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice butter-side down in a skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the cheese on top and cover with the second slice butter-side up.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Slice in half and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or pepper jack for unique flavors. - Add extras like avocados or sautéed onions to elevate your sandwich. - Use fresh bread for the best texture and flavor.