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Grilled Cheese Bar

DIY Grilled Cheese Bar

This DIY Grilled Cheese Bar can be scaled up or down depending on how many are in your crowd. Figure you'll need 1 1/2 to 2 ounces of cheese per sandwich (depending on personal preference and what else you are piling on there). Make a generous crunchy green salad dressed with a simple vinaigrette to serve on the side.
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword diy grilled cheese, grilled cheese bar
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Author Katie Morford

Ingredients

  • Favorite sliced bread , such as levain, pullman's, sourdough, or walnut
  • Favorite sliced or grated firm cheeses , such as Cheddar, Gruyere, or Havarti
  • Favorite soft cheese , such as goat cheese, Brie, or feta
  • Sandwich-friendly vegetables , such as roasted red peppers, fresh or sautéed leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or sliced tomatoes
  • Sandwich-friendly fruits , such as sliced apple, pear, or figs
  • Sliced cold cuts , such as ham, turkey, or salami
  • Little extras , such as sun-dried tomatoes or sliced cornichons, pickled jalapeños, chopped kimchi, sauerkraut
  • Condiments , such as mustard, pesto, or tapenade
  • Butter or olive oil for greasing the skillet

Instructions

  1. Set up your grilled cheese bar by arranging your ingredients on the counter, from bread through condiments.
  2. Take turns having everyone assemble their sandwiches using the ingredients of their choice. Be sure the cheese covers at least one side of the bread
  3. Put a large cast iron or other heavy skillet on the stove over medium. Grease the skillet lightly with butter or olive oil and cook each sandwich on both sides until the bread is golden and the cheese oozes.
  4. Alternatively, use a panini press or waffle iron to griddle the sandwiches.