Sandwich is a perfect breakfast or snack option, ensuring quick, simple, and nutritious criteria to give you an effective long day of work. Today, let’s join TasteVN cook and make 3 delicious and appealing creamy cheese sandwich recipes!
1. Traditional Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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Preparation
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Traditional Grilled Cheese Sandwich Serves 2
Sandwich bread 2 slices Cheddar cheese 1 slice Parmesan cheese 1 slice Mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons (shredded) Unsalted butter a little
Basic information about types of cheese
What is Parmesan cheese?
- Parmesan cheese is fully named in Italian as Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Parmesan is made from cow’s milk and aged for at least 1 year, typically lasting from 2 to 3 years to meet standards.
- This type of cheese can be eaten directly or sliced, grated, and is commonly used in pasta dishes and Italian meals.
What is Mozzarella cheese?
- Mozzarella is also a traditional cheese originating from Italy.
- Mozzarella cheese belongs to the cream cheese group, primarily made from buffalo or cow’s milk, and is white or slightly yellow in color.
- This type of cheese is often sold grated in dry form or cut into pieces in fresh form.
What is Cheddar cheese?
- Cheddar cheese is a type of cheese originating from England and is very popular worldwide.
- Cheddar can be light yellow, deep yellow, or off-white, and is usually sold in slices.
- This type of cheese is often used for baked dishes, casseroles, savory pastries, or eaten with sandwiches and hamburgers.
Notes when buying ingredients
- You can find Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Cheddar cheese at supermarkets, grocery stores, or reputable baking ingredient shops.
- If choosing packaged products, you should carefully check the expiration date, ensure the outer packaging is intact, not torn or discolored, and that the product inside has no mold, bruises, or unusual leaks.
- Fresh cheeses usually have high moisture content, so they should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within about 1 week. Drier cheeses, which are pre-cut into small shreds, can be stored for 6 weeks.
See more: Distinguishing 9 common types of cheese
How to make traditional grilled cheese sandwich
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Spread butter
Use a knife or small spoon to take a little butter and spread it evenly to cover both sides of the bread slice.
Tip: Depending on your preference, you can adjust the amount of butter accordingly!
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Grill the bread
Place a pan on the stove and wait for it to heat up. Once the stove is hot, reduce the heat to low.
For the first sandwich, grill one side until golden and crispy, then remove it.
For the second sandwich, grill both sides until golden and crispy.
Tip: Because the sandwich is easy to burn, you should grill it on low heat and monitor it frequently.
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Sandwich Press
After the second sandwich has turned golden and crispy, you will layer 1 slice of Cheddar cheese, 1 slice of Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of shredded Mozzarella cheese on top.
Next, cover the first sandwich on top so that the ungrilled side is facing up.
Flip the sandwich over so that the ungrilled side of the bread is facing down, and grill for another 1 – 2 minutes until the bread is evenly golden and the cheese has melted, then turn off the heat.
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Final Product
Remove the grilled cheese sandwich from the pan, then cut it in half and decorate it to make it visually appealing.
The completed grilled cheese sandwich will have a fragrant golden-brown crust, with a rich and creamy cheese filling that is incredibly enticing. What are you waiting for? Let’s make this dish for the whole family to enjoy!
Boil noodles
Put a pot of water on the stove and bring it to a boil, then drop the noodles in and blanch for about 3 – 5 minutes.
Tip: During the blanching process, you should stir and mix regularly to ensure the noodles expand evenly.
Mix noodles
After the noodles have softened, use a strainer or chopsticks to remove them and place them in a bowl. Add the sauce and seasoning from the spicy noodle package into the bowl and use chopsticks to mix well so that the noodles absorb the seasoning evenly.
Assemble the sandwich
Place 1 slice of bread on a clean cutting board, then start layering the filling in order: 1 piece of Mozzarella cheese, 3 sticks of cheese, a small amount of the mixed spicy noodles, then 3 sticks of cheese, and finally, a layer of Mozzarella cheese on top.
Place the remaining slice of sandwich bread on top and put all the ingredients in the microwave for about 2 minutes until the cheese melts completely.
How to choose fresh and delicious tomatoes
- You should choose tomatoes with a smooth, shiny skin, firm and juicy, bright red color, and the stem still green.
- Avoid choosing fruits that are bruised or have small black spots, and those with uneven colors of both green and red.
- If you touch them and they feel too soft or too hard, or if there’s juice coming out, it’s best not to buy them as they may be spoiled.
See more: How to choose fresh tomatoes
Tools needed
How to make Grilled Tomato Cheese Sandwich
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Prepare the tomatoes
To remove dust, after purchasing, wash the tomatoes several times with water, drain, and then cut the tomatoes in half.
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Marinate the tomatoes
After preparation, place the tomatoes in a bowl and marinate with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper. Mix well and let the tomatoes soak in the seasoning for about 10 minutes.
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Grill the tomatoes
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes.
Pour the tomatoes onto a baking tray and spread evenly, then place in the oven and grill at 180 degrees Celsius for about 20 – 25 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and slightly browned.
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Assemble the sandwich
Using a knife or small spoon, spread a little butter evenly on both sides of the slices of bread.
Flip the unbuttered side of the bread, then layer in Cheddar cheese, grilled tomatoes, and a bit of fresh basil, then place the remaining slice of bread on top with the buttered side facing out.
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Grilling the sandwich
Place a pan on the stove and wait for it to heat up, then add the bread and grill for about 3 minutes (on each side) until golden brown and the cheese inside melts completely, then turn off the heat.
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Final product
Take the sandwich out of the pan, cut it into bite-sized pieces, then arrange it on a plate and decorate it nicely to finish.
The completed sandwich has a fragrant crispy crust with a buttery aroma, while the filling is rich and creamy from the cheese, combined with the refreshing sourness of the tomato, making it extremely delicious and nutritious.
Tips for successful execution
- You can prepare steps like marinating ingredients, mixing noodles, etc., the night before and put them in the fridge so that the next morning you just need to grill and sandwich to enjoy.
- Only grill or toast the sandwich when you are about to eat; avoid grilling too early as it will cause the bread to flatten, dry out, and become hard, making it less enjoyable.
- If you do not use all the sandwich bread, you should put it in a bag or jar, remove the air, and seal it tightly, keeping it in a dry place. This method can preserve the bread for 1 – 2 days.
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Hope that 3 ways to make cheese sandwich quickly and simply nutritious above will help you have delicious breakfasts. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below, wishing you enjoyable breakfasts.
*Refer to the recipes and images from the YouTube channel LittleChef Asia, Cookat Vietnam and Home Cooking Adventure
