- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“A simple and tasty grilled cheese sandwich, perfect for a quick and delicious snack. It is worth it for its simplicity and authentic flavor.”
What you need to know
- Pão de forma e queijo muçarela são os principais ingredientes
- Grelha o sanduíche em uma frigideira
- Opcionalmente, pode-se adicionar maionese para mais sabor
Ingredients
Main
- 4 slices of sandwich bread
- 200g of sliced mozzarella cheese
- 50g of butter
- 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
Principal
- Start by heating the skillet over medium heat.
- Meanwhile, butter one side of each slice of bread.
- On one of the bread slices, place a slice of cheese on the unbuttered side.
- If desired, add a thin layer of mayonnaise over the cheese.
- Place another slice of bread over the cheese, with the greased side facing out.
- Place the sandwich in the hot skillet and bake until the bread starts to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from the pan, let cool for a minute, and cut in half before serving.
Chef's tips
- Use uma frigideira antiaderente para facilitar o cozimento
- Unte bem o pão para que o queijo derreta uniformemente
- Vire o sanduíche com cuidado para evitar que o queijo escorra
Variations
- Adicione fatias de tomate e alface para um sanduíche mais salgado
- Use queijo coalho para um sabor mais intenso
- Experimente com outros tipos de pão como pão de batata
Substitutions
- Queijo muçarela pode ser substituído por queijo prato
- Pão de forma pode ser trocado por pão de alface
- Manteiga pode ser substituída por margarina
How to store
Place the sandwich in a glass bowl and cover with plastic wrap. It will last well for 2 days in the refrigerator.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this sandwich, as the cheese may lose texture when thawing. If you wish to freeze, make cheese and bread balls and freeze individually. Thaw in the refrigerator before grilling.
What to serve with
Serve with a green salad or potato sticks to complement the flavor.
Frequently asked questions
Should the cheese be melted on the grill?
No, the cheese should be grilled untouched. The heat of the skillet will make it melt slightly.
Can I make this sandwich with a cheese other than mozzarella?
Yes, you can use other types of cheese like prato, coalho, or cheddar.
Should the cheese be placed on the buttered side of the bread?
No, place the cheese on the ungreased side so that it sticks to the bread.
Can this sandwich be made with whole wheat bread?
Yes, you can use whole-grain bread to make the sandwich healthier.
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