Grilled Cheese Recipe

Time45m

Serves1

with fries or fresh fruit

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the bread and cheese
Lay out two slices of bread. Place two slices of cheddar cheese between the bread slices to make a sandwich.
2
Butter the bread
Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on the outside of each slice of bread (the sides that will touch the pan).
3
Grill the sandwich
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the pan, buttered side down. Cook for 3–4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
4
Serve
Remove from pan and slice in half. Serve hot with your choice of side.

5
Prepare the potatoes
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thin, even strips about 1/4 inch wide.
6
Soak the fries
Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
7
Fry the potatoes
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the potatoes in batches and fry for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
8
Season and serve
Sprinkle the fries with salt while still hot. Serve alongside the grilled cheese sandwich.

9
Prepare the fruit
Wash all fruit thoroughly. Core and slice the apple. Peel and slice the banana. Remove grapes from the stem.
10
Assemble and serve
Arrange the fruit attractively on a plate or in a small bowl. Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside the grilled cheese sandwich.