Description
A simple and quick oven-grilled cheese sandwich recipe that uses the broiler for toasting bread and melting cheese, delivering a crispy, golden exterior and gooey, melted cheese filling perfect for a comforting snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 12 slices of bread
- Butter-flavored cooking spray (or softened butter)
- 1 and ½ cups finely shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler: Set up the oven broiler so the rack is positioned 7-8 inches from the heat source to ensure the bread toasts evenly without burning.
- Toast Bread Slices: Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Lightly spray each slice with butter-flavored cooking spray, or spread softened butter if preferred. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and toast the bread until it is lightly golden and crisp.
- Add Cheese: Flip each toasted bread slice. Evenly distribute the finely shredded cheese on top, covering the surface to ensure melty, cheesy goodness.
- Melt Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the broiler. Watch closely and broil until the cheese melts completely and bubbles.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place another slice of toasted bread on top of the melted cheese to form sandwiches. Spray the tops with cooking spray for an even golden toast.
- Final Toast: Put the assembled sandwiches back under the broiler and toast until the tops are golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, cut sandwiches in half for easy handling, and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use any type of bread you prefer, such as white, whole wheat, or sourdough.
- For richer flavor, substitute butter-flavored spray with softened real butter.
- Pick your cheese based on preference: cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend works well.
- Keep a close eye on the sandwiches under the broiler to prevent burning.
- Optional additions such as tomato slices or cooked bacon can be added before topping with the final slice of bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: oven grilled cheese, broiler grilled cheese, cheesy sandwich, easy grilled cheese, quick sandwich
