Ketchup Grilled Cheese

Take your classic comfort food to the next level with this tangy and gooey Ketchup Grilled Cheese! Perfectly crisped golden-brown bread, slathered with creamy butter, hugs a luscious trio of melted cheddar cheese and sweet, zesty ketchup for an irresistible flavor twist. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy grilled cheese recipe combines simplicity with bold flavor, making it an ideal lunchtime treat or quick dinner fix. Serve it alongside a bowl of soup, a crisp side salad, or enjoy it solo for a satisfying snack. Perfect for cheese lovers and ketchup enthusiasts, this playful sandwich is a must-try fusion of nostalgic favorites.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 slices Sliced bread
2 slices Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons Ketchup
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 3

Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, onto the preheated skillet.

Step 4

Spread 2 tablespoons of ketchup evenly onto the unbuttered side of the bread in the pan.

Step 5

Place 2 slices of cheddar cheese on top of the ketchup layer.

Step 6

Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side up, to form a sandwich.

Step 7

Cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on one side, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure even browning.

Step 8

Flip the sandwich carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 9

Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(156g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	475.9

Total Fat 27.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 70.8mg	0%
Sodium 801.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.1g
Protein 15.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.7mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 208.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 34.5%