Best 6 Perfectly Crispy Grilled Cheese Recipes

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Craving a golden-brown, crispy grilled cheese sandwich that melts in your mouth with every bite? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the secrets of achieving the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, with tips on selecting the right ingredients, preparing your sandwich, and cooking it to perfection. Let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate crispy grilled cheese sandwich that will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE PERFECT GRILLED CHEESE



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The classic and simple grilled cheese sandwich can be reimagined multiple ways just by changing up the bread and cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 ounces sliced melting cheese (about 2 slices), such as American, Cheddar, muenster, Havarti, Swiss, fontina, Mozzarella, Monterey jack, pepper jack, provolone
2 slices bread, such as white, rye, brioche, sourdough, potato, whole wheat, pumpernickel
1 tablespoon fat, such as mayonnaise, butter or olive, chili or coconut oil

Steps:

  • Oven method (great for a crowd of six or fewer): Put a rimmed baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Make one sandwich per person: Sandwich 2 slices of cheese between 2 slices of bread. Spread or brush the outside of the sandwich with 1 tablespoon of fat. Place on the preheated baking sheet and cook until the cheese starts to melt, about 5 minutes. Flip the sandwich and bake until golden brown, an additional 5 minutes.
  • Panini press method (for crispy crunchy sandwich that needs minimal attention): Sandwich 2 slices of cheese between 2 slices of bread. Preheat a panini press to medium heat. Spread or brush the outside of the sandwich with 1 tablespoon of fat and place in the press. Close the top and cook until lightly browned and the cheese is melted, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Skillet method (fool-proof and low-tech): Sandwich 2 slices of cheese between 2 slices of bread. Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat. Spread or brush the outside of the sandwich with 1 tablespoon of fat and cook until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the sandwich, and continue cooking until browned and the cheese is melted, 3 to 4 minutes more.
  • Great combos:
  • 1. Pepper jack and sourdough, brushed with chili oil
  • 2. American and white bread, brushed with butter
  • 3. Swiss and rye, brushed with mayo
  • 4. Cheddar and brioche, brushed with butter

PERFECTLY CRISPY GRILLED CHEESE



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For a super crisp and delicious grilled cheese sandwich every time, simply brush the outside of bread with Hellmann's Mayonnaise and grill!

Provided by Hellmann's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 tablespoon Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise
2 slices crusty Italian bread
2 (1 ounce) slices white Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • SPREAD one slice of bread with Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise. Place bread Mayonnaise-side-down into hot skillet; add cheese.
  • SPREAD other slice of bread with Mayonnaise and place Mayonnaise-side-up on top of cheese.
  • COOK until lightly browned on one side. Flip over and cook until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 682 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRILLED CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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The secret to a perfect grilled cheese recipe? Mayonnaise! (No, really, it makes the outside crispier and tangier.) Spread butter on one side of each bread slice and mayo on the other. Sandwich the cheddar slices between the buttered sides, leaving the mayo sides on the outside. Fry for a few minutes until golden, dip into a bowl of tomato soup, and resolve to never make a grilled cheese without mayo ever again!

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pieces sourdough bread
1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
1 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
3 slices cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, butter each piece of bread with butter on one side.
  • Flip the bread over and spread each piece of bread with mayonnaise.
  • Place the cheese on the buttered side of one piece of bread. Top it with the second piece of bread, mayonnaise side out.
  • Heat a nonstick pan over medium low heat.
  • Place the sandwich on the pan, mayonnaise side down.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Using a spatula, flip the sandwich over and continue cooking until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1895 calories, Carbohydrate 312 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 70 grams, Sugar 27 grams

CRISPY GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 slices sourdough sandwich bread or crusty French bread
Softened butter, for spreading
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup mixed grated Cheddar, fontina and Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Spread one side of each piece of bread with a small amount of softened butter. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan on each slice so it sticks to the butter. Turn one piece over and sprinkle the mixed cheese on top (this will be the filling). Place the other piece of bread on top, with the Parmesan side facing up.
  • Carefully transfer the sandwich to the skillet and cook on both sides until the middle filling is melted and gooey. Watch carefully so the surface doesn't burn; it should be a nice deep golden brown. Slice in half and dig in!

30 BEST GRILLED CHEESES TO TRY TODAY



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Up your lunch game with these grilled cheese recipes! From short rib to taco to Philly cheesesteak, these gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches are sure to please.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 30

Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese
Caprese Grilled Cheese
Short Rib, Caramelized Onion, and Gouda Grilled Cheese
BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese
Reuben Grilled Cheese
Taco Grilled Cheese
Chicken Quesadilla Grilled Cheese
Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese
Roast Beef Grilled Cheese
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
Grilled Mac and Cheese
Pizza Grilled Cheese
Grilled Turkey and Swiss Cheese
Grilled Ham and Cheese
Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese
Brie Grilled Cheese
Keto Grilled Cheese
BLT Grilled Cheese
Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese
Bacon Grilled Cheese
S'mores Grilled Cheese
Apple Bacon Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese
Egg in a Hole French Toast Grilled Cheese
Lasagna Grilled Cheese
Breakfast Grilled Cheese
Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese
Baked Potato Grilled Cheese
Avocado Tomato Grilled Cheese

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a grilled cheese in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

THE BEST EVER GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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Spreading a mixture of mayo and butter on the bread creates a delightfully crispy crust with the well-loved, wonderful flavor of butter one expects on a grilled cheese sandwich.-Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced

Steps:

  • Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of bread slices. Toast bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Manchego cheese, onion powder and remaining 3 tablespoons butter. In another bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. , To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced Brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over Brie. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 659 calories, Fat 49g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread that will hold up to the heat of the grill.
  • Butter the bread on both sides before grilling.
  • Use a generous amount of cheese.
  • Cook the sandwich over medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • If you are using a panini press, preheat it before cooking the sandwich.
  • Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled cheese sandwiches are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are quick and easy to make, and they can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a grilled cheese sandwich that is perfectly crispy and golden brown. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give grilled cheese a try!

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