Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of a perfectly grilled cheese sandwich, where golden-brown crust meets gooey, melted cheese. This easy recipe captures the essence of nostalgia with every bite, making it an irresistible choice for lunch or a quick snack. By using quality ingredients like sharp cheddar and creamy mozzarella, you can customize your sandwich to suit your taste, adding optional fillings like tomatoes or bacon for extra flavor. Whether served alongside a warm bowl of tomato soup or enjoyed on its own, this classic dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade comfort food!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or white)
- 1 oz sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 oz mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Optional add-ins: sliced tomatoes or cooked bacon
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each bread slice evenly.
- Place one slice butter-side down in the skillet and layer with cheddar and mozzarella.
- Top with the second slice of bread (butter-side up).
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook the other side until cheese melts.
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice diagonally.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg