Everybody needs a Grilled Cheese Sandwich at some point. There are, of course, different kinds. When I was a kid a cheese sandwich meant two slices of toasted bread and some sliced hoop cheese. Nowadays, I get out the cast iron grill. This sandwich is loaded with calories but who cares? Nothing quite beats the taste.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 slices bread
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread, making sure it reaches all the way to the edges. If you forget or don’t have time to let the butter soften, stick it in the microwave for a few seconds. Just remember you want it soft not melted.
Mound one unbuttered side of the bread with the cheese. Set remaining slice on the cheese, buttered side up, and press together.
Heat large cast-iron grill over moderate heat. If you don’t have a grill, just use a cast-iron skillet. Really the grill is just a skillet without the sides. I’m not even sure it’s called a grill by anyone but me.
Cook sandwich until underside is browned, about 3 minutes. Turn it over and cook until second side is browned and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes longer.
Cut in two and serve.
