Description
This Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe is a simple yet delicious way to satisfy your comfort food cravings. Made with crispy golden bread, melted cheddar cheese, and a subtle tang from mayonnaise, this sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or snack. With minimal ingredients and straightforward cooking steps, it’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to please any cheese lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 4 slices bread (any type you like)
Spread
- 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Spread the mayonnaise generously over one side of each slice of bread. This will help the bread toast to a golden brown and add extra flavor.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up properly to ensure even cooking and a crisp crust.
- Assemble the sandwich on the skillet: Place one slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, onto the heated skillet. Then sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bread, even if some cheese touches the pan.
- Add the top slice: Place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese, mayonnaise side up. This completes the sandwich assembly and readies it for grilling.
- Cook the sandwich: Let the sandwich cook for 4-5 minutes, monitoring closely so the bread doesn’t burn and adjusting the heat as needed to achieve a golden brown crust.
- Flip and finish cooking: Carefully flip the sandwich over and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the other side is also golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the skillet and serve warm for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
- Use any type of bread you prefer, though thicker slices work best for a hearty sandwich.
- Mayonnaise helps achieve a crispier crust than butter and adds a subtle tang.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add extras like tomato or bacon for variation.
- Adjust cooking heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring the cheese melts thoroughly.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
