• 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.

• 1. April: National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Month
  2. First Appearance: 1920s
  3. Originally open-faced
  4. For best results choose an easily melted cheese, like Gruyere or Swiss
  5. 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:

  1. Buttering bread, placing sliced cheese between, heating each side slowly in a skillet until cheese is melted and bread is golden
  2. As above, with grated cheese for easier melting
  3. As above, heated in a panini press
  4. Place slices of cheese between lightly toasted pieces of bread, then finish by frying in a skillet

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