Hot-Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Step 1: Heat an electric iron to medium heat. (not on steam).

Step 2: Butter one side of each bread slice.

Step 3: With the buttered side on the outside, make a sandwich with the cheese, leaving a 1/4-inch border of bread.

Step 4: Wrap the sandwich completely in one layer of aluminum foil.

Step 5: Place on a counter or cutting board and weight with a hot iron.

Step 6: Leave the iron on each side until the sandwich is very flat and toasted, about 4 minute per side. (Lift the foil periodically to make sure the iron is not too hot.

Step 7: Unwrap and serve.

Step 8: Variation: Replace the American cheese with thinly slice Fontina cheese. Add a layer of prosciutto ham. Proceed as directed.