Mayo Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable)

Crispy grilled sandwich with cheddar and mayo, creating a golden crust and creamy melted center.

# 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Mayo creates a crust that's impossibly golden and crispy while keeping the inside tender and full of melted cheese.
  • It's ready in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for lunch when you need something real but don't have time to fuss.
  • The technique works with whatever bread and cheese you have, so it's endlessly adaptable to what's in your fridge.
02 -
  • Mayo browns faster than butter, so lower heat than you'd normally use; too hot and you'll have a dark crust with cold cheese inside.
  • Don't skip the resting step—those 60 seconds make the difference between cheese that holds together and cheese that slides right out onto your plate.
03 -
  • Spread the mayo all the way to the edges of the bread so every bite gets that crispy texture, not just the center.
  • If you like your cheese extra melted and gooey, cover the pan with a lid for the last minute of cooking on the second side to trap steam.
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