Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic grilled cheese sandwich. Perfectly crisp on the outside and gooey on the inside, this nostalgic delight brings back childhood memories with every bite. The combination of melty cheddar and mozzarella creates an irresistible flavor that pairs beautifully with tomato soup or can be enjoyed solo. Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, this recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
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- 2 slices thick-cut sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional: Sliced tomatoes, cooked bacon, or avocado
Instructions
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the skillet. Layer on a generous amount of cheeses.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up, and press down gently.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and grill the other side until crispy and cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a minute, slice diagonally, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg