Some say toast with mayo, some say butter, and some say that the classic American cheese version is the only way. I would very much like it if we could just stop arguing and actually put it to the test.

INGREDIENTS:

American Style

• American sliced cheese

• White bread

• Butter

Sourdough Grilled Cheese

• Sourdough Bread

• Butter

• Cheddar

• Gouda

• Raclette

Caramelized Apple & Brie

• 2 Apples, peeled and chopped

• 3.5 Tbsp (44 g) Granulated Sugar

• Salt

• Cheddar Cheese

• Brie

• Brioche Bread

INSTRUCTIONS:

American Style Method:

1. Start by buttering (sub mayo if wanted) both slices of bread.

2. Place a slice onto a cold pan topped with cheese and top slice but side facing up.

3. Toast 3-6 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.

Sourdough Method:

1. Start by buttering (sub mayo if wanted) both slices of bread.

2. Grate all three cheeses and mix together in a bowl.

3. Place a slice onto a cold pan topped with cheese and top slice but side facing up.

4. Toast 5-8 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.

Caramelized Apple and Brie Method:

1. Start by peeling and cheek each apple then cut into bite size pieces.

2. In a small pot, toss the apples together with granulated sugar and a pinch of salt.

3. Let sit for 20 minutes.

4. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer for 20-30 minutes.

5. Slice brioche bread into slices.

6. Butter both slices of bread.

7. Place a slice onto a cold pan topped with caramelized apples, grated cheddar cheese, and brie topped with the top slice but side facing up.

8. Toast 5-8 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.