Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

The grilled cheese sandwich is a classic comfort food made by buttering bread and grilling it with melted cheese inside. It typically features sliced bread, butter or oil, and a melting cheese like cheddar, American, or Gruyère, often served with tomato soup. While its origins are tied to early 20th-century American cuisine, it evolved from older European toasted cheese dishes.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese, with a single sandwich roughly ranging from 300 to 500 calories depending on the bread and cheese used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	900 mg
Calcium	300 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Folate	40 mcg

Per 1 sandwich (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The grilled cheese sandwich gained immense popularity during the Great Depression as an affordable, filling meal, and it remains a cultural staple in the United States, often paired with tomato soup for a nostalgic and comforting combination.