All American Grilled Cheese With A Twist Recipe

Elevate your classic grilled cheese! This gourmet twist from Cooking Light features juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil, perfectly melted cheddar cheese, all grilled to golden perfection. A quick, easy, and delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 367 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
All American Grilled Cheese With A Twist

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for All American Grilled Cheese With A Twist

  • White Bread
  • Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • Plum Tomatoes
  • Fresh Basil
  • Cooking spray

How to Make All American Grilled Cheese With A Twist

  1. Place 4 slices of bread on a work surface.
  2. Divide 1/2 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese evenly among 2 bread slices (about 1/4 cup per slice).
  3. Top each cheese-covered slice with 2 slices of tomato and 1 teaspoon of fresh basil.
  4. Top with the remaining 2 bread slices to create 2 sandwiches.
  5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the pan with cooking spray.
  6. Add sandwiches to the skillet.
  7. Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. For extra crispy bread, increase heat slightly during the last minute of cooking.
  8. If cheese isn't fully melted after 4 minutes per side, cover the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until melted.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

61g

Carbs

9g