Everything Bagel Grilled Cheese - Suggestions Forever

# Ingredient List:

01 - 4 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread

02 - 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or preferred melting cheese)

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

04 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

01 - Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.

02 - Generously sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on the buttered side of each slice, pressing gently to adhere.

03 - Flip over two slices of bread and layer 2 slices of cheese on each; top with the remaining slices, seasoned side facing outward.

04 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

05 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.

06 - Remove sandwiches, allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve immediately.

01 -

The seasoning crust adds a savory crunch that tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ready in 15 minutes but tastes like something you'd order at a trendy brunch spot.
Works perfectly as a quick lunch, dinner, or the kind of comfort food that doesn't feel guilty.

02 -

Medium heat is your friend here—too hot and the bread burns before the cheese melts, too cool and you get a sad, pale sandwich that tastes like regret.
Pressing gently while cooking helps everything meld together, but aggressive pressing squeezes out the melted cheese, so find that middle ground.
Cold or room-temperature cheese slices actually melt faster than cold ones straight from the fridge, so plan a few minutes ahead if you want perfectly melted cheese.

03 -

Butter the bread before seasoning so the seasonings actually stick instead of rolling around your pan.
Use medium heat consistently and resist the urge to rush—three to four minutes per side creates that perfect crunch without burning.