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Perfect Grilled Cheese

A buttery, crisp sandwich with melted cheddar, made in a pan over medium-low heat.

Serves 2

Prep 5 min

Cook 10 min

Perfect Grilled Cheese
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Ingredients

  • 4 slices sandwich bread
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack
  • 1 teaspoon mayonnaise, optional

Steps

  1. Step 1. Spread the butter on one side of each slice of bread.

  2. Step 2. Layer the cheddar and Jack on the unbuttered sides and close the sandwiches, butter side out.

  3. Step 3. Cook in a skillet over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until golden and the cheese is melted.

  4. Step 4. Slice and serve right away.

Where this recipe comes from

Yoribang American classics by Yoribang. License: Free to use. View the original (opens in a new tab)

Original Yoribang write-ups of American comfort food: salads for sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, gravies, and the creamy casseroles that fill church suppers and weeknight tables. Where a casserole is traditionally made with canned condensed soup, these use a quick homemade sauce, or you can swap in a can.