{"id":54897,"date":"2022-09-09T17:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-09T21:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/?p=54897"},"modified":"2024-10-31T11:55:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T15:55:18","slug":"how-to-make-grilled-cheese-sandwiches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/how-to-make-grilled-cheese-sandwiches\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Grilled Cheese Sandwiches That Wow"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Grilled cheese sandwiches are the ultimate anytime meal. They\u2019re great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and are sure to please any kid (or a kid at heart). You can customize them however you like, whether you\u2019re more into a classic cheddar on white or an amped up version with funky cheese and all the fixings on an artisanal loaf. And best of all, they hardly need a recipe and can be made in minutes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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So how do you make a better grilled cheese? Start with quality ingredients. Read on for our top recommendations and advice on how to reach the pinnacle of gooey, melty perfection every time.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Putting Together Your Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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\"Grilled1. Choose Your Bread<\/span><\/h3>

For grilled cheese sandwiches, you’ll want bread that meets two criteria: it should have a not-too-holey texture and not be sliced too thick. Other than that, you can go with whichever variety you like. For a more traditional sandwich, our Just FreshDirect All-Natural White Bread<\/a> is a reliable go-to. But if you\u2019re in the mood for something more adventurous, you can try a whole-grain loaf, like Brooklyn Mills Sourdough Spelt<\/a> or Whole Grain Peasant Bread<\/a>.

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2. Butter up the outsides<\/span><\/h3>

Once you\u2019ve chosen your bread, you\u2019ll wanna grease one side of each slice (the sides that will be on the outside of the sandwich), so that you can get that perfect crispy, golden texture once it\u2019s in the pan. Simply spread on a layer of softened butter (don\u2019t be shy!)\u2014we\u2019re fans of rich, European-style butters like Kerrygold.<\/a>\u00a0Or you can also use mayonnaise, which creates great browning and adds a touch of tangy flavor, as well as garlicky toum<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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3. Choose a Cheese (Or Cheeses)<\/span><\/h3>

Make sure you choose a cheese that has good meltability. Semi-firm cheeses like cheddar<\/a> or Swiss<\/a>\u00a0are great candidates as are oozy, gooey soft cheeses like Brie<\/a> and Camembert. You\u2019ll wanna stay away from very dry, crumbly, aged, or fresh cheeses (like Parmesan, feta, or mature goudas).\u00a0<\/p>

If you\u2019re slicing your cheese from a wedge or block, make sure to cut it thinly to encourage even melting. But to ensure even more meltiness, try grating your cheese on the coarse holes of a grater (or use a pre-shredded cheese, like Organic Valley mozzarella<\/a>)\u2014the smaller pieces will melt even more quickly.<\/p>

And don\u2019t be afraid to mix together two or more cheeses to create some unique flavor combinations. For example, the buttery, mild flavor of Colby Jack<\/a> is nice with a kicky sharp cheddar<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\"Grilled4. Choose Your Add-Ins<\/span><\/span><\/h3>

They\u2019re optional, but some veggies, fruit, or spreads will take your sandwich up a notch and make it feel like more of a complete meal. A handful of Satur Farms arugula<\/a> or a big schmear of pesto<\/a> or chimichurri<\/a> will add some fresh green flavor to break up the richness of the cheese. Or for a fun sweet and savory contrast, try sliced apples<\/a> or pear<\/a>. And don\u2019t be afraid to get creative with what you\u2019ve got in your pantry\u2014pickles<\/a>, jams, or potato chips are all prime candidates.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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5. Grill, Baby, Grill!<\/span><\/h3>

Once you\u2019ve chosen your ingredients and stacked them into a sandwich, all that\u2019s left is a bit of hot action in a pan. Keep the heat on your stove at a bare medium low\u2014if it’s too hot, you\u2019ll burn the bread before the insides are completely melted. Add a little bit of butter to the pan to ensure that everything stays greased. Then place your sandwiches inside and press down gently to ensure complete contact. If you\u2019re cooking over a setup that heats the pan unevenly, like gas, you may want to rotate the sandwiches a few times to ensure that the bread is grilled nicely all over. Flip halfway through, repeat on the second side, and serve while still hot!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Shop grilled cheese sandwich ingredients on FreshDirect<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Toum Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe<\/span><\/p>

Serves 4<\/p>

Looking for a unique twist on grilled cheese? Try adding pickles and FreshDirect toum<\/a>, which packs a wallop of delicious garlicky flavor.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What You\u2019ll Need:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>

2 slices bread
<\/span>A few tablespoons garlic toum<\/a>
<\/span>3 oz sliced cheese (such as cheddar or provolone)
Butter pickle rounds (about 6)
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Spread some toum on the inner sides of each slice of bread. Between the slices, place sliced cheese and butter pickle rounds and close to make a sandwich. Spread a thin layer of toum on the outsides of the sandwich. Heat a nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Add a pat of butter and let it melt, spreading it over the surface of the pan. Add the sandwich and toast on both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted. Enjoy immediately.d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Shop the recipe on FreshDirect<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Grilled cheese sandwiches are the ultimate anytime meal. They\u2019re great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and are sure to please any kid (or a kid at heart). You can customize them however you like, whether you\u2019re more into a classic cheddar on white or an amped up version with funky cheese and all the fixings on an artisanal loaf. And best of all, they hardly need a recipe and can be made in minutes. So how do you make a better grilled cheese? Start with quality ingredients. Read on for our top recommendations and advice on how to reach the pinnacle of gooey, melty perfection every time. Putting Together Your Grilled Cheese Sandwich 1. Choose Your Bread For grilled cheese sandwiches, you’ll want bread that meets two criteria: it should have a not-too-holey texture and not be sliced too thick. Other than that, you can go with whichever variety you like. For a more traditional sandwich, our Just FreshDirect All-Natural White Bread is a reliable go-to. But if you\u2019re in the mood for something more adventurous, you can try a whole-grain loaf, like Brooklyn Mills Sourdough Spelt or Whole Grain Peasant Bread. 2. Butter up the outsides Once you\u2019ve chosen your bread, you\u2019ll wanna grease one side of each slice (the sides that will be on the outside of the sandwich), so that you can get that perfect crispy, golden texture once it\u2019s in the pan. Simply spread on a layer of softened butter (don\u2019t be shy!)\u2014we\u2019re fans of rich, European-style butters like Kerrygold.\u00a0Or you can also use mayonnaise, which creates great browning and adds a touch of tangy flavor, as well as garlicky toum. 3. Choose a Cheese (Or Cheeses) Make sure you choose a cheese that has good meltability. Semi-firm cheeses like cheddar or Swiss\u00a0are great candidates as are oozy, gooey soft cheeses like Brie and Camembert. You\u2019ll wanna stay away from very dry, crumbly, aged, or fresh cheeses (like Parmesan, feta, or mature goudas).\u00a0 If you\u2019re slicing your cheese from a wedge or block, make sure to cut it thinly to encourage even melting. But to ensure even more meltiness, try grating your cheese on the coarse holes of a grater (or use a pre-shredded cheese, like Organic Valley mozzarella)\u2014the smaller pieces will melt even more quickly. And don\u2019t be afraid to mix together two or more cheeses to create some unique flavor combinations. For example, the buttery, mild flavor of Colby Jack is nice with a kicky sharp cheddar. 4. Choose Your Add-Ins They\u2019re optional, but some veggies, fruit, or spreads will take your sandwich up a notch and make it feel like more of a complete meal. A handful of Satur Farms arugula or a big schmear of pesto or chimichurri will add some fresh green flavor to break up the richness of the cheese. Or for a fun sweet and savory contrast, try sliced apples or pear. And don\u2019t be afraid to get creative with what you\u2019ve got in your pantry\u2014pickles, jams, or potato chips are all prime candidates. 5. Grill, Baby, Grill! Once you\u2019ve chosen your ingredients and stacked them into a sandwich, all that\u2019s left is a bit of hot action in a pan. Keep the heat on your stove at a bare medium low\u2014if it’s too hot, you\u2019ll burn the bread before the insides are completely melted. Add a little bit of butter to the pan to ensure that everything stays greased. Then place your sandwiches inside and press down gently to ensure complete contact. If you\u2019re cooking over a setup that heats the pan unevenly, like gas, you may want to rotate the sandwiches a few times to ensure that the bread is grilled nicely all over. Flip halfway through, repeat on the second side, and serve while still hot! Shop grilled cheese sandwich ingredients on FreshDirect Toum Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe Serves 4 Looking for a unique twist on grilled cheese? Try adding pickles and FreshDirect toum, which packs a wallop of delicious garlicky flavor. What You\u2019ll Need: 2 slices breadA few tablespoons garlic toum3 oz sliced cheese (such as cheddar or provolone)Butter pickle rounds (about 6)Butter What to do:Spread some toum on the inner sides of each slice of bread. Between the slices, place sliced cheese and butter pickle rounds and close to make a sandwich. Spread a thin layer of toum on the outsides of the sandwich. Heat a nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Add a pat of butter and let it melt, spreading it over the surface of the pan. Add the sandwich and toast on both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted. Enjoy immediately.d Shop the recipe on FreshDirect<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":61027,"featured_media":90287,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2749,2736,2737,2732],"tags":[3274,2849],"class_list":["post-54897","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-breakfast-recipes-2","category-dinner-recipes-2","category-lunch-recipes-2","category-recipes","tag-grilled-cheese","tag-recipe"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54897","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/61027"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54897"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54897\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":90312,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54897\/revisions\/90312"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/90287"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54897"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54897"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54897"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}