Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Introduction
This easy grilled cheese sandwich grilled cheese combines sharp cheddar cheese with a crispy Parmesan-coated crust, grilled onions, fresh tomatoes, and spinach. The sandwich is cooked in a pan until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is warm and melted. It’s a simple homemade sandwich that’s perfect for a quick lunch or comforting meal.
Watch the Video
Watch Vito prepare this crispy grilled cheese sandwich step by step, from coating the bread with Parmesan to cooking the sandwich until golden brown and melted inside.
What Bread Is Best for Grilled Cheese?
This recipe uses buttermilk bread. The bread is buttered on both sides and coated with Parmesan cheese before it goes into the pan.
Using the bread specified in the recipe also helps you recreate the sandwich shown in the video.
Serving Ideas for Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese can work well as a quick lunch or comforting meal. This sandwich can be enjoyed on its own, especially when served warm with the cheddar melted and the Parmesan crust crispy.
For more easy lunch inspiration, explore these recipes for more comforting homemade meals.
Ingredients for Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- Buttermilk bread
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Butter
- Grilled onions
- Fresh tomatoes
- Fresh spinach
How to Make Grilled Cheese
1. Butter the Bread
Start by buttering both sides of the buttermilk bread.
2. Add the Parmesan Crust
Coat the outside of the buttered bread with Parmesan cheese. This creates the crispy Parmesan crust as the sandwich cooks.
3. Build the Sandwich
Place sharp cheddar cheese on the inside of the bread. Add grilled onions, fresh tomatoes, and fresh spinach.
4. Heat the Pan
Place the assembled sandwich into a heated pan and cover it with a lid.
5. Cook Until Golden
Cook until the bread becomes golden and crispy and the cheddar cheese begins to melt inside.
6. Flip the Sandwich
Carefully flip the sandwich and continue cooking until the other side is beautifully browned and crispy.
7. Cut and Serve
Remove the grilled cheese from the pan, cut it open, and enjoy it while the cheese is warm and melted.
Tips for Making Crispy Grilled Cheese
Use Butter on Both Sides of the Bread
Butter both sides of the bread before adding the Parmesan coating to help create the crispy exterior.
Add Parmesan to the Outside
The Parmesan coating gives this sandwich its distinctive crispy crust and adds another layer of cheese flavor.
Don’t Skip the Lid
Covering the pan helps the cheddar cheese melt while the bread cooks.
Cook Until Both Sides Are Golden
After the first side becomes golden and crispy, flip the sandwich and continue cooking until both sides are browned.
Add Fresh Vegetables
Grilled onions, fresh tomatoes, and spinach give this grilled cheese more texture and flavor than a simple cheese-only sandwich.
What Makes This Grilled Cheese Different?
This isn’t just a basic grilled cheese sandwich. The outside of the bread is coated with Parmesan cheese, creating a crispy Parmesan crust as it cooks.
Inside, sharp cheddar is combined with grilled onions, fresh tomatoes, and spinach. The result is a warm, cheesy sandwich with a crispy outside and flavorful vegetable filling.
Choosing the Right Cheese for Grilled Cheese
For this recipe, sharp cheddar cheese is used as the main cheese inside the sandwich, while Parmesan cheese is used on the outside to create the crispy crust.
If you’re looking for a grilled cheese with a stronger cheese flavor and a crispy exterior, this combination gives you both.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to make grilled cheese?
Butter both sides of the bread and coat the outside with Parmesan cheese. Add sharp cheddar cheese, grilled onions, fresh tomatoes, and spinach inside. Cook the sandwich in a heated pan covered with a lid until golden and crispy, then flip and cook the other side until browned and the cheese is melted.
How do you make a grilled cheese sandwich?
Start with buttered bread and coat the outside with Parmesan cheese. Add sharp cheddar, grilled onions, tomatoes, and spinach inside. Cook in a heated pan until both sides are golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.
How to make a grilled cheese sandwich on the stove?
Place the assembled sandwich in a heated pan on the stovetop and cover it with a lid. Cook until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese melts. Flip and continue cooking until the second side is browned.
How to make a good grilled cheese?
A good grilled cheese starts with properly buttered bread, a flavorful cheese filling, and enough cooking time for the bread to become golden and crispy while the cheese melts. This recipe also adds a Parmesan coating, grilled onions, tomatoes, and spinach.
How to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich?
Butter both sides of the bread, coat the outside with Parmesan, and add sharp cheddar, grilled onions, tomatoes, and spinach inside. Cook in a heated covered pan until golden and crispy, then flip and cook the second side until browned and the cheese is melted.