Guide Note
A diner classic, the
grilled cheese sandwich is a perennial favorite among all age groups. This sandwich is frequently accompanied by
tomato soup,
ketchup,
mustard, or
mayonnaise.
Fast Facts
- April: National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Month
- First Appearance: 1920s
- Originally open-faced
- For best results choose an easily melted cheese, like Gruyere or Swiss
- Try avocado or tomato added to the sandwich
Grilled Cheese Preparation
The best method for making a grilled cheese sandwich is disputed among home chefs. Some common methods include:
- Buttering bread, placing sliced cheese between, heating each side slowly in a skillet until cheese is melted and bread is golden
- As above, with grated cheese for easier melting
- As above, heated in a panini press
- Place slices of cheese between lightly toasted pieces of bread, then finish by frying in a skillet
Related Pages on Mahalo
How to Make Grilled Cheese | Tomato Soup | Cheese | Butter | Cheddar Cheese | Bacon
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