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:
Start by buttering (sub mayo if wanted) both slices of bread.
Place a slice onto a cold pan topped with cheese and top slice but side facing up.
Toast 3-6 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.
Sourdough Method:
Start by buttering (sub mayo if wanted) both slices of bread.
Grate all three cheeses and mix together in a bowl.
Place a slice onto a cold pan topped with cheese and top slice but side facing up.
Toast 5-8 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.
Caramelized Apple and Brie Method:
Start by peeling and cheek each apple then cut into bite size pieces.
In a small pot, toss the apples together with granulated sugar and a pinch of salt.
Let sit for 20 minutes.
Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer for 20-30 minutes.
Slice brioche bread into slices.
Butter both slices of bread.
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.
Toast 5-8 minutes over medium heat. Flip and repeat.
