Description
The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the epitome of comfort food, featuring a delightful blend of gooey cheeses nestled between perfectly toasted bread. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a warm, cheesy embrace that brings back childhood memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread evenly.
- Place the unbuttered side of one slice face up and layer it with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Optionally add sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon on top of the cheese before placing the second slice (buttered side up).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in the pan.
- Cook until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and repeat until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Slice diagonally and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of bread for varied textures. Enhance flavor by including add-ins like avocado or different cheese varieties. For an air fryer version, preheat to 350°F (175°C) and cook for about 8-10 minutes total.