Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Name: Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 bread, slices; 2 cheese, slices; 1 tbsp butter

Golden, buttery bread with gooey melted cheese. The ultimate comfort food lunch.

13 minEasyServes 2370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 bread, slices
2 cheese, slices
1 tbsp butter

Instructions

1

Spread 1 tbsp butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
2

Place a slice of 2 slices cheese between two slices of bread, with the buttered sides facing outward.
3

Heat a skillet or pan over medium heat.
4

Place the sandwich in the heated skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown.
5

Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.
6

Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, then cut diagonally if desired and serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and gooey.

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Questions

How do I know when Grilled Cheese Sandwich is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until the bottom is golden brown. Step 5: cook until golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.

Can I make Grilled Cheese Sandwich dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (2 cheese, slices, 1 tbsp butter) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free lunch collection instead.

Can I make Grilled Cheese Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Grilled Cheese Sandwich is 4 bread, slices. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Grilled Cheese Sandwich?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 370 calories, with 14 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Grilled Cheese Sandwich keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Grilled Cheese Sandwich within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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