Diner-Style Grilled Cheese

American · United States

Diner-Style Grilled Cheese

Golden griddled bread enveloping gooey melted cheddar cheese for an effortless, comforting budget lunch.

18 min Easy Serves 2$1.92 estimated
Vegetarian

Contains: Dairy, Gluten

Ingredients

  • Bread

    4 slices

    $0.70

  • Cheddar cheese

    80 g

    $1.00

  • Salted Butter

    25 g

    $0.22

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Preparation

  1. 1

    Butter one side of each slice of bread evenly to the edges.

  2. 2

    Place two slices butter-side down in a cold skillet.

  3. 3

    Layer the grated or sliced cheddar evenly over the bread in the pan.

  4. 4

    Top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side facing up.

  5. 5

    Turn heat to medium-low and cook gently for 3-4 minutes until the bottom bread is crisp and golden brown.

  6. 6

    Flip carefully with a spatula and griddle the other side until golden and cheese is completely melted.

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