Welcome to the World of Cheese

If you’re a regular at NetCost Market, you know that we pride ourselves on our immense assortment of cheeses from around the world. But have you ever wondered where the first cheese comes from? It’s estimated that people have been eating cheese since about 8000 BCE, shortly after the domestication of animals. The world’s most popular cheese is mozzarella, which originated in southern Italy. Today, cheese dishes are found on every continent, ranging from savory and sweet to deep-fried and chilled in ice cream.

As you browse the plentiful varieties found in our World of Cheese, you may get a hankering for grilled cheese sandwiches. But why settle for a plain old grilled cheese sandwich, when you can dress up your creation with these tasty recipe ideas.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes

• Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese: Seared sirloin, sautéed onion and bell pepper, and sliced provolone make up the contents of this sandwich. Remember to use mayonnaise instead of butter to achieve the perfect, mouth-watering flavor.
• Chipotle Chicken Grilled Cheese: This recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the homemade chipotle sauce. The perfect combination of cheddar and Monterey jack on sourdough bread is topped off with sliced tomato, avocado, and grilled chicken strips.
• Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese: With this recipe in hand, you’ll never make Sloppy Joes another way again. The ground beef mixture contains all the classic ingredients—onion, garlic, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and chili powder. Combined with the cheesy, buttery goodness of grilled cheese, you simply can’t go wrong.
• Hawaiian Grilled Cheese: If you like Hawaiian pizza, this one’s for you. Ingredients include sharp cheddar, provolone, pineapple rings, and teriyaki sauce on white Hawaiian sweet bread. Is your mouth watering yet?

Create Your Own Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Following a recipe is fine, but you can also customize it to suit your tastes. First, pick whatever bread you like best. Then, select a tasty cheese that melts well. White sandwich bread or sourdough paired with cheddar, provolone, or American cheese are popular combinations. Rye and pumpernickel bread make good choices as well, especially with a light Gouda or Havarti.

Your add-in options are nearly endless! Caramelized onions, bacon, pepperoni, sundried tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, and even sweet ingredients like sliced apples or pears will take your grilled cheese to a whole new level. Remember to cook your grilled cheese over low heat so the sandwich contents have time to heat through and melt. Cover the pan with a lid to help steam speed up the cooking process.

Ready to get cooking? Head to NetCost Market for all your gourmet grilled cheese sandwich ingredients. We are a local grocery store with a global reach, introducing our customers to a world of food all in one place. We’re pleased to offer high-quality service, a diverse selection, and unique products to save you time and money while grocery shopping. Visit us at one of our locations in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. We also have online grocery shopping and home grocery delivery available for your convenience.