Perfect Grilled Cheese
The Perfect Grilled Cheese is a simple, comforting dish made with your choice of bread, cheese, and butter or mayo for a crispy crust.
Equipment
- Skillet or Griddle To cook the sandwich evenly and achieve a golden-brown crust.
- Spatula To flip the sandwich carefully without spilling the cheese.
- Knife To cut the bread and slice any additional ingredients.
- Butter Knife or Spoon For spreading butter or mayonnaise on the bread.
- Cutting Board To prepare and assemble the sandwich.
- Grater (optional) To grate the cheese for quicker melting.
Ingredients
- Bread White, sourdough, whole grain, or ciabatta (thicker slices preferred).
- Cheese Cheddar, American, mozzarella, or Swiss (or fancy options like Gruyère or brie).
- Butter or Mayo For crisping the bread.
- Optional Add-ins Meats (turkey), vegetables (tomatoes, spinach), extras (avocado, pesto, hot sauce).