When you head to the best restaurant in Nashua, NH, to get lunch, you usually don’t consider getting a grilled cheese—not for yourself, anyway. It’s a great option for your kids, especially if they’re picky eaters. But a really good, perfectly melted and toasted grilled cheese knows no age limits. If you’ve been frustrated making grilled cheese at home and wondered how restaurants get it right every time, you’ve come to the right place.

Get ready, the best restaurant in Nashua, NH, is about to reveal the secrets to making the perfect grilled cheese.

Take your time.

The grilled cheese mistake most people make is impatience. It only takes 5 to 7 minutes to cook a grilled cheese, but that can feel a lot longer when you’re hungry. Trying to cook it too fast will result in burnt bread and unmelted cheese. The trick is to start with a cold pan. Starting with a cold pan prevents the heat from getting too high too fast. By allowing the pan and your sandwich to heat up slowly, you give the cheese enough time to melt before the bread can burn.

Spread with care.

There is something of a debate raging in the grilled cheese world: butter or mayo? The purpose of either is to make the outside of the sandwich crispy, so an even spread is key. Some people prefer mayo because it’s spreadable right out of the jar, so it’s easy to get an even layer across the bread. If you’d rather use butter, make sure it’s room temperature so you can spread it easily and don’t tear your bread with cold butter. It’s also important to spread all the way to the edges for consistent flavor.

Choose your bread and cheese carefully.

The bread and cheese you choose can make or break your sandwich. You want a bread with a tight crumb—no holes for the cheese to spill through and burn. Grainy breads can also crumble in the pan, making a bit of a mess when you’re ready to flip. The best bread is your basic white. There’s no need to overthink it.

When it comes to the cheese, you want a melting cheese. Parmesan may have a delicious flavor, but it’s not going to melt very well. American cheese is the classic melting cheese. Cheddar is also a good option if you prefer a stronger flavor.

Bentley’s Roast Beef is the best restaurant in Nashua, NH, for all your classic favorites. From roast beef to grilled cheese to fried seafood, we have it all! Visit us today and follow us on Facebook for updates and specials.