Grilled Cheese Sandwich

The best grilled cheese sandwiches are golden brown on the outside and ooey gooey on the inside with cheesy goodness. We are going to show you how to make the perfect grilled cheese. This is the ultimate sandwich recipe and an easy lunch idea for kids.

Check out these other Grilled Cheese Sandwiches that your entire family will love – Starbucks Grilled Cheese Recipe, Air Fryer Grilled Cheese, Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese, and Bacon Grilled Cheese Recipe.

How to Make the Best Grilled Cheese

Since there are so few things needed to make a grilled cheese sandwich, you want to have really good ingredients.

You want to have good bread and good cheese. They are the star of the show so I would recommend buying really good thick bread such as sourdough or Homemade Artisan bread.

Ingredients

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Variations Ideas

• Bread Types – Feel free to use different types of bread. Try using garlic bread for a change. We have even use sour dough and brioche for a delicious variation.
• Cheeses – Experiment with different types of grated cheese or even combine a couple. American Cheese, gouda, fontina, Swiss cheese, Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar cheese are delicious.
• Vegetables Add a slice of tomato, red peppers, or red onions for added flavor. Caramelized onions are an amazing addition.
• Spread – Add a spread on the bread before topping with cheese. Pesto or jam is a delicious addition. We have even added peanut butter.
• Add Meat – We love to add a slice of ham or bacon for a heartier sandwich.

The options are endless for grilled cheese sandwiches! It is one our favorite comfort foods to enjoy and so simple.

How to Make a Grilled Cheese

• Step 1 – Heat a griddle or large cast iron skillet over medium low heat until warm.
• Step 2 – Spread the mayonnaise on 1 side of each of the slice of bread on top. You can also use softened butter.
• Step 3 – Place 3 of the slices of bread on the griddle or skillet with the mayonnaise side down.
• Step 4 – Top each piece of bread with the sliced cheddar cheese and another piece of bread with the mayonnaise side out.

• Step 5 – Heat the sandwich until the bread is a golden brown color which will take approximately 4-6 minutes.

• Step 6 – Flip and heat the opposite side until that piece of bread is also golden brown and cheese melts approximately 4-6 minutes.
• Step 7 – Serve the perfect grilled cheese sandwich warm and enjoy. It is so easy and each bite is so yummy.

Recipe Tips

• Skillet Recommendations – We love to use a griddle!  I don’t know about you, but I use an electric griddle all the time. Not only does it make perfect grilled cheese but you can do several at one time. You can also use a cast iron griddle if you prefer.  It fits over two burners and also allows me to make several at once.
• Cooking Grilled Cheese – The cooking time will vary based on the type of griddle you use and the bread. I like my grilled cheese a little burnt, so I like to leave it on just a little longer.

Serving Suggestions

Our favorite thing to pair with grilled cheese is this Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe or Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. There is just something about tomato soup and grilled cheese. Such a delicious combination.

We also like Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe, Crock Pot Potato Soup and Easy Crock Pot Chicken Vegetable Soup.  Both of these are also so easy and tasty served with grilled cheese.

If the kids don’t care for soup, serve it with cut up veggies and French fries or check out What to Serve with Grilled Cheese for more ideas.