🧀 The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ingredients (1 sandwich)
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2 slices good-quality bread (sourdough, brioche, or thick white bread)
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2 tbsp butter, softened (or mayo for extra crispness)
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Cheese combo (this is the secret):
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1 slice sharp cheddar
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1 slice mozzarella or fontina (for stretch)
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Optional upgrade: a little Gruyère or American for meltability
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Instructions
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Prep the bread
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Spread butter (or mayo) evenly on the outside of each slice.
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On the inside, layer your cheeses evenly.
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Low and slow
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Heat a skillet over medium-low heat.
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Place sandwich in the pan and cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently.
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Flip once
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Flip when the bottom is deeply golden.
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Cook until cheese is fully melted and bread is perfectly crisp.
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Rest (important!)
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Let it sit for 1 minute before cutting — this keeps the cheese from spilling out.
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🔥 Chef-Level Secrets
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Grate your cheese instead of using slices — it melts faster and more evenly.
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Cover the pan for 30–60 seconds to trap heat and melt cheese without burning bread.
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Add a pinch of garlic powder or black pepper inside for extra flavor.
⭐ Ultimate Upgrades (Optional)
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Tomato slices (thin, patted dry)
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Caramelized onions
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Crispy bacon (if allowed)
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Hot honey drizzle for sweet-heat contrast
Golden crunch. Lava cheese pull. Comfort perfection.
If you want, I can give you a next-level version using a cheese crust on the outside that’s dangerously good.