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Close-up of a perfectly golden-brown grilled cheese sandwich, with gooey melted cheese oozing out.

Grilled Cheese Recipes in 12 Minutes: Weeknight Winner

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to make a delicious grilled cheese sandwich in just 12 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. It's a comforting classic that can be prepared with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices white bread or sourdough
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salted butter
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese or American cheese, sliced
Optional Fancy Crust
  • 1 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese for sprinkling on the outside

Equipment

  • Small skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat a small skillet over low heat.
  2. Spread the mayonnaise or butter over one side of each piece of bread. Place 2 slices of bread in the skillet, mayonnaise side down.
  3. Top the bread with cheddar cheese slices and the remaining slice of bread, mayonnaise side out.
  4. Cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden.
  5. For an optional crispy cheese crust, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese on the outside of the sandwich before removing it from the heat. Crisp the cheese on the pan for a minute or two until it forms a crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 739mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 655IUCalcium: 600mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

This recipe is designed for speed and simplicity, offering a classic comfort food experience for busy individuals and families. The optional cheese crust adds an extra layer of texture and flavor.

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