Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato. Picture warm, gooey cheese melted between perfectly toasted bread, complemented by juicy tomato slices that add a refreshing twist. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a cozy snack, making it a beloved choice for all ages. Customize it to your taste by adding fresh herbs or spices for an extra flavor boost. Get ready to enjoy every delicious bite of this nostalgic classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough or white)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ medium ripe tomato, sliced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Fresh basil leaves (to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Generously butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing cheese and tomato between the unbuttered sides of the bread.
- Grill in the skillet, buttered side down, for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and press down gently with a spatula; cook for another 3–4 minutes until both sides are crispy and cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg