Grilled cheese seems like the perfect food.
What’s not to love?
How about the 410 calories and 18 grams of saturated fat per sandwich?
I don’t love that.
Pair that with a couple of slices of plain white bread and you have a nutritional disaster.
But do you really need all of that to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich?
Here are 5 secrets for how to make grilled cheese that saves calories and fat to boot.
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Pick the right cheese:When it comes to grilled cheese, not all cheese is created equal.
Some people love American cheese.
So skip mild-flavored cheeses and opt for ones with a stronger flavor-like sharp, or even extra-sharp, Cheddar.
It’s also a great option.
Think beyond cheese for flavor:OK, so cheese is a necessary ingredient.
But you don’t have to have mounds of it to make the perfect grilled cheese sandwich.
But whole-grain breads are great for grilled cheese too.
Master a crispy crust:Grilled cheese is actually a misnomer.
It should be called “fried cheese sandwich” since it’s slathered in fat and not actually grilled.
Use a panini maker.
The hot surface compresses the bread, helping it crisp up naturally.
Don’t have a panini maker?
it’s possible for you to mimic a panini press at home.
Here’s how: Heat 1 teaspoon canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Place a sandwich in the pan.
Place another medium skillet on top of the sandwich, then weight it down with cans.
Cook until golden on one side, about 2 minutes.
But since grilled cheese is already rich (Hello!
), you really don’t need butter for the flavor either.
), but with less fat and calories.
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