Your Basic Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and comfort with "Your Basic Grilled Cheese Sandwich," a timeless classic that’s crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy. This quick and easy recipe requires just three basic ingredients—sliced bread, creamy butter, and melty cheddar cheese—making it the ultimate go-to for busy weeknights or a no-fuss lunch. With only 10 minutes from start to finish, this sandwich delivers oozy, melted cheese and buttery, crisp bread with minimal effort. Perfect on its own or paired with a warm bowl of tomato soup, this versatile dish is a crowd-pleaser for all ages, satisfying cravings in the most deliciously nostalgic way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices sliced bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
Place the two slices of bread on a cutting board or clean surface.
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Heat a skillet or non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Once the pan is warm, place one slice of bread, butter-side-down, onto the pan.
Layer the two slices of cheddar cheese on top of the bread in the pan.
Place the second slice of bread, butter-side-up, on top of the cheese, forming a sandwich.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat if necessary to avoid burning.
Flip the sandwich carefully using a spatula, and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the pan and let it cool for about 1 minute before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 823 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
