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Grilled Cheese Sandwich

A grilled cheese sandwich is an easy recipe, and with my tips and tricks, it will turn out perfect every single time.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Author: Lisa Longley

Ingredients

  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter room temperature
  • 2 ounces mild cheddar cheese grated, see note
  • 2 ounces gruyere cheese grated

Instructions

  • Slather the bread with the butter. You will butter only one side of each slice, using 1 tablespoon per slice.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet that has a lid over medium-low heat.
  • Add one slice of bread to the pan, butter side down. Top with cheese. Add the second slice of bread, butter side up.
  • Toast for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown, with the lid on. Then carefully, using a spatula, flip the sandwich. I like to use a few fingers on the top of the sandwich as I flip. Return the lid and toast for 4 to 6 more minutes.

Notes

Mild cheddar cheese melts better than sharp cheddar cheese, which can turn out oily and clumpy. Mild cheddar melts very smoothly.