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Why Everyone Loves This Grilled Cheese Recipes (+ Make-Ahead Tips)

This recipe offers a classic grilled cheese sandwich with a few simple additions for extra flavor. It's perfect for busy home cooks and families looking for a quick, delicious, and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • Mayonnaise thin layer
  • Dijon mustard
  • 1 to 2 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese depending on the size of your bread
  • 1 to 2 ounces grated Gruyère or raclette cheese depending on the size of your bread
  • Butter for the pan

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • nonstick or cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Place the bread slices on a cutting board. Spread the top side of each slice with a thin layer of mayonnaise. Flip one slice of bread and spread its other side with Dijon mustard.
  2. Layer the cheddar and Gruyère or Raclette cheeses on top of the mustard. Place the other slice of bread on top of the cheese, mayonnaise side out.
  3. Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat. Melt enough butter in the pan to coat the bottom. Place the sandwich in the skillet, cover, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown and crisp.
  4. Flip the sandwich, replace the lid, and cook until the other slice of bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, 1 to 3 minutes. If the bread is browning too quickly before the cheese is fully melted, reduce the heat to low.
  5. Slice and serve.

Notes

This grilled cheese can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated. When ready to cook, simply place the assembled sandwich in a preheated skillet and cook as directed, adding a minute or two to the cooking time if necessary.

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