Mayo Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable Version)

Crispy golden sandwich with mayo-coated bread and melted cheddar for a creamy, delicious bite.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices white or sourdough bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese

→ Spread

03 - 2.5 tablespoons mayonnaise

→ Optional Additions

04 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange the bread slices on a clean surface.
02 - Spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
03 - If using, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the opposite side of two bread slices.
04 - Place two slices of cheese between two bread slices, ensuring mayonnaise-coated sides face outward. Repeat for the second sandwich.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet, mayo side down. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the bread turns golden brown.
07 - Flip sandwiches and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula until golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Mayo creates a dramatically crispier, more evenly browned crust than butter ever could.
  • It takes less than fifteen minutes from craving to eating, making it the perfect quick lunch or comfort food fix.
  • The mayonnaise keeps the bread from getting greasy while sealing in the cheese's creaminess.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable; high heat burns the outside while leaving cold cheese in the middle.
  • The mayo needs to actually touch the skillet to brown and crisp the bread—mayo-coated sides always face outward.
03 -
  • Don't skip the rest period—it prevents the cheese from oozing out everywhere the second you cut into it.
  • If your mayo starts looking too dark, you've gone too hot; lower the heat slightly and let the next side cook a bit longer.
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