While the grilled cheese sandwich may be an American classic, you won’t find American cheese anywhere on this list. According to Heidi Gibson, author of Grilled Cheese Kitchen and co-owner of The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen (San Francisco), there are a few melty kinds of cheese that stand out from the rest when it comes to our favorite hot sandwich.
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The Melty
Cheddar: Perhaps the most classic choice, the simplicity of cheddar should not be underestimated. It’ll give you the melty, gooey goodness you crave, especially if you use a medium or young cheddar, like Tillamook’s smoked black pepper cheddar.
The Mild
Monterey or Sonoma Jack: If you prefer a stronger flavor than cheddar but still want the ooey-gooey goodness of a cow milk cheese, combine another cheese (say, blue cheese or parmesan) with Monterey or Sonoma jack. Or, if you prefer a mild taste, use one of these jacks alone.
The Stinky
Gouda: Not only is this one of the oldest cheeses known to man, but it also comes in a great variety, from red-wax gouda (young) to aged varieties. There’s a gouda for everyone, whether it’s smoked, cumin-infused, or goat milk gouda, though Gibson recommends shredding any aged gouda you may use, as it can take a while to meld. This means you should also cook it low and slow, to avoid burning your bread while getting the perfect meld.
Whether you’re looking for a sharp cheddar or a mild Monterey jack, any of these cheeses are gouda choices for your next sandwich.
