lunch·American

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

The perfect golden, crispy grilled cheese with gooey melted American and cheddar inside.

sandwichvegetarianlunchquick
Prep5m
Cook10m
Total15m
Serves2
Leveleasy
Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Photo by Jakob Owens on Unsplash

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Ingredients

2 servings
  • 4 slice white sandwich bread
  • 4 slice American cheese
  • 4 slice sharp cheddar
  • 3 tbsp butter (softened)
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for crispier crust)

How to Make It

  1. 1

    Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. Spread mayo on the other side (optional).

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium-low heat.

  3. 3

    Place 2 slices butter-side down. Layer with both cheeses. Top with remaining bread, butter-side up.

  4. 4

    Cook 3-4 minutes until bottom is deep golden. Flip carefully.

  5. 5

    Cook another 3-4 minutes. Press gently with a spatula. Serve immediately.

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