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stack of oven grilled cheese sandwiches on a cutting board next to a bowl of tomato soup.
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Grilled Cheese in the Oven

This easy Grilled Cheese in the Oven recipe is a simple method to make a big batch of gooey grilled cheese sandwiches that are perfectly golden brown on the outside with tons of soft, gooey cheese on the inside. Serve with your favorite soup for an easy lunch or dinner the whole family will love.  
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 484kcal
Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bread, ½-1 inch thick French, Italian, sourdough, rye, brioche, or any sandwich bread
  • 2 cups shredded cheese of choice sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, smoked Gouda, swiss, gruyere
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425. Generously butter one side and crust (yes) of the bread. Place 4 slices butter-side down on a baking sheet. Pile ½ cup of shredded cheese on each slice of bread. Place remaining slices of bread butter-side up on top of the cheese.
  • Bake 5-6 minutes or until the bottoms are light golden brown. Flip the sandwiches over and bake 5-6 minutes, until light golden brown.
    Serve warm.

Notes

  • It's time to flip the sandwiches when the bottom starts to turn light golden brown. It will continue to brown after you turn it.
  • If possible, shred your own cheese. It melts much creamier than pre-shredded cheese. 
  • The best cheese for a grilled cheese sandwich recipe is a blend of melty and flavorful cheeses.  
  • Keep a close eye on the bread so it doesn't overly brown and get hard. 

Nutrition

Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 724mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 917IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 473mg | Iron: 2mg