Your Basic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and comfort with "Your Basic Grilled Cheese Sandwich," a timeless classic that’s crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy. This quick and easy recipe requires just three basic ingredients—sliced bread, creamy butter, and melty cheddar cheese—making it the ultimate go-to for busy weeknights or a no-fuss lunch. With only 10 minutes from start to finish, this sandwich delivers oozy, melted cheese and buttery, crisp bread with minimal effort. Perfect on its own or paired with a warm bowl of tomato soup, this versatile dish is a crowd-pleaser for all ages, satisfying cravings in the most deliciously nostalgic way.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 slices sliced bread
2 tablespoons butter
2 slices cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Place the two slices of bread on a cutting board or clean surface.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Once the pan is warm, place one slice of bread, butter-side-down, onto the pan.

Step 5

Layer the two slices of cheddar cheese on top of the bread in the pan.

Step 6

Place the second slice of bread, butter-side-up, on top of the cheese, forming a sandwich.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat if necessary to avoid burning.

Step 8

Flip the sandwich carefully using a spatula, and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 9

Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the pan and let it cool for about 1 minute before slicing and serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(140g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	555.5

Total Fat 38.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 105.6mg	0%
Sodium 823.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 15.3g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 280.5mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 211.8mg	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: 64.0%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 24.8%