Grilled cheese (American cheese sandwich)

Name: Grilled cheese (American cheese sandwich)
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 slices bread (white or whole wheat); 150 g cheese (cheddar, Emmental or Trappist), grated or sliced; 30 g soft butter; 1 tsp mustard (optional); 1 slice of tomato or ham (optional)

Time: 10 min2 servingsapprox. 450 kcal / serving (estimated)approx. 20 g protein / serving

Grilled cheese is the simplest comfort food of American cooking: melted cheese between crisp, buttery toast. Served with tomato soup it is the best childhood memory. Cooked over low heat, the cheese melts perfectly before the bread burns.

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Ingredients

4 slices bread (white or whole wheat)
150 g cheese (cheddar, Emmental or Trappist), grated or sliced
30 g soft butter
1 tsp mustard (optional)
1 slice of tomato or ham (optional)

Method

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Spread one side of each bread slice thinly with butter. If you like, spread mustard on the other side.
Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place two slices butter side down in the pan.
Divide the cheese among the slices, and add tomato or ham if using. Top with the other slices, butter side up.
Cook uncovered over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes, until the bottom is golden and crisp, then carefully flip and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Cut in half and serve immediately, with tomato soup.

A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.

Tips

Cook over low heat so the cheese melts before the bread burns.
Butter the bread, not the pan, for even browning.
A mix of cheeses tastes better (cheddar and mozzarella).
Covering with a lid helps the cheese melt faster.

Frequently asked questions

Which cheese is best?

Cheddar, Emmental, Gouda or Trappist, whichever melts well.

In the oven?

Yes, on a baking sheet at 200 °C for 5-6 minutes per side.

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