Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChicago SpeakeasyGrilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Chicago Speakeasy
Time15m
Serves1

Pick your cheese! Served on grilled sourdough bread.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bread

    Take two slices of sourdough bread and lay them flat on a clean surface.

  2. 2

    Add the Cheese

    Place your choice of cheese on one of the slices of bread.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Top the cheese with the second slice of bread to complete the sandwich.

  4. 4

    Butter the Bread

    Spread butter evenly on the outer sides of both slices of the sandwich.

  5. 5

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, cut it in half if desired, and serve hot.

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