Grilled Cheese Recipe
American cheese, sourdough bread
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Butter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients: sourdough bread, American cheese, and butter.
- 2
Preheat Pan
Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan on the stove over medium heat to preheat.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 3
Butter the Bread
Spread half of the butter (1/2 tablespoon) evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- 4
Add Cheese
Place one slice of American cheese on the unbuttered side of one slice of sourdough bread.
- 5
Form the Sandwich
Top with the other slice of sourdough bread, buttered side facing out.
Grilling
- 6
Cook the Sandwich
Carefully place the sandwich in the preheated skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- 7
Serving
- 8
Slice and Serve
Remove the grilled cheese from the pan, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.