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Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

15 min · Serves 2 · American

Why make it

A golden, buttery sandwich with a crisp crust and a molten two-cheese centre. Ready in 15 minutes from pantry basics, it's ideal for a quick lunch.

Serves 2

You’ll need

  • 4 slices white or brown sandwich bread
  • 3 tbsp butter, softened
  • 80 g cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
  • 60 g mozzarella cheese, grated
  • ½ tsp mustard paste (optional)
  • 1 pinch black pepper
1

Step 1 of 6

Mix the grated cheddar and mozzarella in a bowl with the black pepper. If using mustard, spread a thin layer on two slices of bread.

2

Step 2 of 6

Spread the softened butter evenly over one side of each slice, right to the edges. This side will face outward and turn golden.

3

Step 3 of 6

Place two slices on a board, buttered side down. Pile half the cheese on each, keeping it about 1 cm from the edges. Top with the remaining slices, buttered side up.

4

Step 4 of 6

Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat for 1 minute. Add the sandwiches and cook, pressing gently with a spatula, until the underside is deep golden, 3 to 4 minutes.

5

Step 5 of 6

Flip carefully and cover the pan with a lid. Cook until the second side is golden and the cheese is melted and oozing at the edges, 3 to 4 minutes.

The last step is in the full recipe.

Cook’s tip

Keep the heat low to medium. High heat browns the bread before the cheese melts.

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Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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