Grilled Cheese Recipes

If you’re wondering how to make a grilled cheese sandwich, Jack’s your guy. He makes one so often that we have a dedicated grilled cheese pan in our kitchen. It’s seen a million grilled cheese experiments in its day–mayo on the bread, or softened butter? American cheese or Swiss?–all of which have helped him work out what, in our opinion, is THE BEST grilled cheese recipe. It’s incredibly simple, but it yields an undeniably crave-able sandwich. This grilled cheese is crisp and golden on the outside and deliciously melty in the middle (see that cheese pull up there?!). Tomato soup for serving is optional, but highly recommended.

Ok, so honestly, you can make a great grilled cheese sandwich with any types of cheese that melt well, from mozzarella to havarti to Monterey Jack or pepper jack. BUT I have a few favorites, and I think they really set this recipe apart.

The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Learn how to make the best Grilled Cheese sandwich with a crisp, buttery exterior and gooey cheese center.

Prep: 2min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 499 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 33 g, Saturated Fat 19 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 904 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, unSaturated Fat 10 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 8 slices Texas toast (or thick sliced sandwich bread)
• 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 slices medium cheddar cheese
• 4 slices Gouda cheese
• 4 slices Havarti cheese

Instruction:

1. Spread 1/2 Tbsp of butter on one side of each slice of bread.
2. Set a skillet over medium/low heat and place 2 slices of bread in the skillet with the butter-side-down.
3. Stack cheeses on one piece of toast: cheddar, havarti, then gouda. Once the breads are golden brown, closed the sandwich with the crisp sides on the outside.
4. Continue cooking until the bread is a rich golden brown, flipping once and press down lightly to help the bread stick to the cheese. Total cooking time should one 5-6 minutes. Keep the heat on medium low for the breads to toast slowly, giving your cheese a chance to fully melt and adhere to the bread.
5. Once you see the cheese has melted and breads are browned, remove to a plate and cut in half diagonally to serve. Repeat with the next sandwich.

Best Grilled Cheese

Simple is best when it comes to classics like a grilled cheese sandwich! All you need is bread, butter, and lots of cheese for this version.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 2

Nutrition Facts: calories 2939 Calories, Fat 147 g, Saturated Fat 83 g, Trans Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 383 mg, Sodium 4810 mg, Carbohydrate 279 g, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 26 g, Protein 115 g

Ingredients:

• 5 tbsp. butter, softened, divided
• 4 slices sourdough bread
• 2 c. shredded cheddar

Instruction:

1. Spread 1 tablespoon butter on one side of each slice of bread. With butter side down, top each slice of bread with about ½ cup cheddar.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add two slices of bread, butter side down. Cook until bread is golden and cheese is starting to melt, about 2 minutes. Flip one piece of bread on top of the other and continue to cook until cheese is melty, about 30 seconds more.
3. Repeat for the second sandwich, wiping skillet clean if necessary.

Grilled Cheese

Learn how to make the BEST grilled cheese sandwich! This easy recipe yields a grilled cheese with a crisp, golden exterior and a gooey, melty, cheesy middle. Delicious with tomato soup!

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread
• Mayonnaise
• 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)

Instruction:

1. Place the bread slices on a cutting board and spread the top side with a thin layer of mayo. Flip one slice of bread and spread its other side with Dijon mustard. Layer the cheddar and Gruyère or Raclette cheeses on top of the mustard, then place the other slice of bread on top of the cheese, mayo side out.
2. Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat and melt enough butter in the bottom of the pan to coat it. 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. Flip, 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 getting too brown before the cheese is fully melted.
3. Slice and serve.

Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich

FAQ

What can I add to grilled cheese to make it better?

1. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs: To each their own, but we prefer fresh, juicy vegetables with a distinctive sweet or tart flavor. …
2. Pickles and other cured things: Pickles are the perfect complement to grilled cheese. …
3. Deli meats: They’re easy to add, salty, meaty…

What can I put in a grilled cheese sandwich?

1. Caramelized onion, Cheddar, and sun-dried tomatoes.
2. Tomato, basil, Mozzarella.
3. Goat cheese, fig, and arugula.
4. Olive tapenade and Gruyere.
5. Turkey, Havarti and sliced cornichons.
6. Grilled vegetables and Fontina.
7. Sliced apple, ham, and Swiss.
8. Sauteed mushrooms, spinach, and Gruyère.

What cheese makes the best grilled cheese sandwiches?

• Monterey Jack. This mild, creamy white cheese is an even better melter than cheddar, and is extra lovely mixed with a little sharp cheddar.
• Gruyère. …
• Raclette. …
• Blue / Chevré.

Is it better to grill cheese with mayo or butter?