Grilled Cheese Croutons
Prep Steps
- 2 tbsp butter, at room temperature {do:soften}
The Base Sandwiches
Have ready...
- 8 slices sandwich bread
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
Spread the butter over one side of each slice of bread. Build 4 sandwiches, buttered sides out, with...
- 8 slices American cheese
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, fry the sandwiches on both sides until golden brown and the cheese has completely melted. Let them cool slightly.
Once they're cool enough to handle, trim off the crusts. Discard them, or snack on them.
The First Sear
Cut each crustless sandwich into 4 equal strips. In the skillet over medium heat, melt...
- 2 tbsp butter
Working in a clockwise spiral, lay each strip in the pan with an open cheese edge facing down. Sear until deeply golden, then flip each strip to its other open cheese edge, in the same order they went in.
The Final Crunch
Remove the strips and cut each one into bite-size squares. Melt in the skillet for a final layer of flavor...
- 2 tbsp butter
Return all the squares to the pan and toss them continuously for 1–2 minutes, until seared on all sides.
Serve warm over...
- Your favorite salad (for serving)
