Mayo Grilled Cheese Crispy (Printer View)

Crispy grilled sandwich with mayo-coated bread and melted cheddar, offering golden crust and creamy interior.

# Components:

→ 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

# Method:

01 - Place the bread slices on a clean surface to prepare for spreading.
02 - Spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
03 - If desired, 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 with mayonnaise sides facing outward; repeat for the second sandwich.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until warm.
06 - Place sandwiches in skillet, mayonnaise side down, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Flip sandwiches and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese melts.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Mayo creates a crust that's impossibly golden and crispy without any burnt edges.
  • The melted cheese stays creamy because mayo distributes heat more gently than butter ever could.
  • It's ready in less time than it takes to brew a cup of tea, making it perfect for those moments when you're genuinely hungry right now.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable; I learned this the hard way when impatient medium heat gave me burnt exteriors and cold cheese centers.
  • The spatula is your friend for both checking browning and flipping, but gentle pressure while cooking actually helps the mayo distribute and brown more evenly.
03 -
  • Let your skillet reach the right temperature before you place the sandwich in; a properly heated pan means faster, more even browning and less risk of uneven cooking.
  • Press gently while cooking the second side—this helps the cheese melt completely and keeps the bread from becoming tough.
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