There's nothing better than a perfectly prepared grilled cheese sandwich! But getting it right each and every time takes practice. In fact, there are some important guidelines to follow if you want your sandwich to have a melted cheese center and a beautifully grilled exterior. Whether you are a grilled cheese expert or are still perfecting your technique, you're sure to pick up some important pointers with this recipe & video from Chowhound. 

Ingredients

2 slices of bread 

Cheddar cheese (thin sliced or grated)

Butter* (room temperature)

* Mayonnaise can be substituted for butter and you can't tell the difference!

Preparation

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat (approx 2 minutes)

Spread butter (or mayo) on one side of each slice of bread

Place bread butter side down and add sliced or grated cheese (the buttered surface should be on the outside of the sandwich)

Place the sandwich in the heated skilled and cover

After approx. 2 minutes use a spatula to look under the sandwich. If it's golden brown, flip it & press down on the sandwich with the spatula. 

Grill the other side of the bread for another 2 minutes or until golden brown

Plate & serve!