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A perfectly grilled cheese sandwich, cut in half, with gooey melted cheese stretching out.

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

Learn how to make a delicious grilled cheese sandwich with make-ahead tips. This recipe focuses on achieving perfectly golden bread and melty cheese, with options for customization.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • Mayonnaise for spreading
  • Dijon mustard for spreading
  • 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
For Cooking
  • Butter for the pan

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • nonstick skillet
  • 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.
  4. Place the sandwich in the pan, cover, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown and crisp.
  5. 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. Reduce the heat to low if the bread is browning too quickly before the cheese is fully melted.
  6. Slice and serve.

Notes

For make-ahead grilled cheese, prepare the sandwich as directed but do not cook. Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, remove the plastic wrap and cook in a skillet over medium-low heat, or toast in a toaster oven until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

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