Description
The Best Grilled Cheese Ever is everything comfort food should be—crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with rich, melty flavor. Made with sourdough or brioche and a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella, this sandwich is elevated with buttery crust and optional herbs. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or late-night cravings.
Ingredients
2 slices sourdough or brioche bread
2 tablespoons salted butter
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or chives (optional)
2 slices tomato (optional)
2 tablespoons caramelized onions (optional)
2 slices cooked bacon (optional)
Instructions
1. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
3. Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the skillet.
4. Add cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top.
5. Add any optional fillings like tomato, onions, or bacon between the cheese layers.
6. Top with the second bread slice, butter side up.
7. Grill for 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
8. Flip and press gently with a spatula.
9. Continue grilling until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
10. Let rest for 1 minute before slicing diagonally and serving.
Notes
Use shredded cheese for even melting and best texture.
Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning the bread before the cheese melts.
Resting before slicing keeps the cheese from oozing out immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Grilled cheese, comfort food, easy lunch