Grilled Cheese Recipe
Make Grilled Cheese Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients. If using, slice the tomato and prepare the basil leaves. Set aside.
Cooking
- 2
Butter the Bread
Spread butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread. This will be the outer side that will get grilled.
- 3
Assemble the Sandwich
Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer the cheddar cheese slices on top, followed by the optional tomato slices and basil leaves if using. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- 4
Grill the Sandwich
Preheat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Carefully place the sandwich in the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- 5
Flip and Cook
Using a spatula, gently flip the sandwich to the other side. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until this side is also golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- 6
Serve
Remove the grilled cheese from the pan and let it cool for a minute. Slice in half and serve warm.