Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Merritt Canteen
Time15m
Serves1

Melted cheese between two slices of bread.

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Ingredients

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Bread

Cheese

Butter

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Butter the Bread

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

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 2

    Layer the Cheese

    Place one slice of cheese on the unbuttered side of one of the bread slices.

  2. 3

    Top with Bread

    Place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese, ensuring the buttered side is facing outward.

Grilling

  1. 4

    Heat the Pan

    Preheat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Cook the Sandwich

    Place the sandwich in the skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Flip the Sandwich

    Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula. Grill the second side for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.

Serving

  1. 7

    Slice and Serve

    Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the skillet, slice it in half if desired, and serve immediately.

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