Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic grilled cheese sandwich, where crispy, golden-brown bread meets gooey, melted cheese. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy lunch or a late-night snack, this recipe brings back fond memories while delivering mouthwatering satisfaction. Customize it with your favorite add-ins like tomatoes or bacon for a gourmet twist that elevates this beloved dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices thick-cut sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese blend (sharp cheddar and mozzarella)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Optional: 2 slices tomato or 2 strips cooked bacon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- Place one slice butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat.
- Layer cheese on top and cover with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook until golden brown (3-4 minutes), then flip and grill the other side until equally toasted and melty.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then slice diagonally and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg