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classic grilled cheese sandwich

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Private Recipe by
Russ Myers
Necedah, WI

There’s something magical about a perfectly grilled cheese sandwich that can instantly whisk even the most curmudgeonly of eaters back to his or her childhood.

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yield 4 Servings
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For classic grilled cheese sandwich

  • 8 slice
    firm-textured sandwich bread
  • mayonnaise, optional
  • mustard, optional
  • 1/2 lb
    (8 ounces) cheddar cheese, mild, medium or sharp, grated
  • 3 to 4 Tbsp
    butter, softened

How To Make classic grilled cheese sandwich

  • 1
    Spread bread slices with a thin layer of mayonnaise and/or mustard. Evenly divide the grated cheddar over four slices of the bread. Top with remaining four slices.
  • 2
    Heat half of the butter in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in skillet. Spread remaining butter over top slices of bread. Cover skillet. Cook about 3 minutes, until underside is golden brown. Carefully flip sandwiches with spatula and continue cooking, uncovered, 2 to 3 minutes, until cheese is melted and underside is browned. Serve immediately.
  • 3
    TIP: Using 2 to 3 ounces of processed cheese to replace part of the cheddar imparts a creamy, silky sandwich. Processed cheese was traditionally used in grilled cheese sandwiches.
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