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Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 1.5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 ounce gruyere cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 1 pinch garlic powder

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater

Method
 

  1. Mix softened butter with a pinch of garlic powder.
  2. Spread the garlic butter mixture on the outside of both slices of bread.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar, gruyere, and fontina cheese.
  4. Heat a pan over medium-low heat.
  5. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the hot pan.
  6. Pile the cheese mixture evenly on top of the bread.
  7. Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.
  8. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden and cheese starts to melt.
  9. Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden on both sides.
  10. Remove from the pan and let sit for 1 minute before cutting diagonally.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use room temperature cheese to achieve a smoother melt. Try adding other ingredients like tomatoes or bacon for a twist on the classic. If you prefer extra crispiness, use mayonnaise instead of butter on the outside of the bread. Let the sandwich rest for a minute before cutting to keep the cheese from oozing out. Enjoy your perfectly golden grilled cheese sandwich!
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