Grilled Cheese (The Warmest Sandwich)

A beloved American comfort food made with golden, buttery toasted bread and gooey melted cheese inside. Crispy on the outside and perfectly stretchy on the inside, the grilled cheese sandwich is often paired with tomato soup for the ultimate cozy meal.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Easy

2 Servings

410 Kcal

5 Mins

10 Mins

15 Mins

02 Ingredients

  • 4 slices White or Sourdough Bread

  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese (or American Cheese)

  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened)

  • Optional Mozzarella or Swiss Cheese (for extra stretch)

  • To serve Tomato Soup


03 Method

Step 1
Spread softened Butter on one side of each slice of Bread.

Step 2
Place 2 slices of Bread, buttered side down, on a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 3
Layer Cheese slices evenly on top. Use a mix of Cheddar and Mozzarella for best flavor and stretch.

Step 4
Place the other slices of Bread on top, buttered side up, to close the sandwiches.

Step 5
Cook for 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.

Step 6
Flip carefully with a spatula and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes until the Cheese is fully melted.

Step 7
Remove from the pan, cut diagonally, and serve hot.

Step 8
Pair with Tomato Soup for the ultimate comfort food experience.