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Absolutely! Here’s a warm, nostalgic, and engaging article for your recipe: Betty Crocker’s Cheese Sandwich Casserole — a retro classic that’s as comforting as it is clever.
🧀 Betty Crocker’s Cheese Sandwich Casserole: A Vintage Twist on Comfort Food
In a world full of elaborate recipes and trendy ingredients, sometimes the best meals come from the past — simple, affordable, and undeniably comforting. One such forgotten gem is Betty Crocker’s Cheese Sandwich Casserole — a clever twist on the classic grilled cheese that turns humble pantry staples into a warm, cheesy, oven-baked delight.
🥪 What Is Cheese Sandwich Casserole?
This casserole takes a smart shortcut: it uses pre-made cheese sandwiches as the base — typically made from white bread and American cheese — then soaks them in a savory egg-and-milk custard before baking. The result is a creamy, golden, melty dish that’s somewhere between a sandwich, a strata, and a souffle.
It first appeared in mid-20th-century Betty Crocker cookbooks, designed to stretch ingredients and satisfy families — and it still holds up today.
🧄 Ingredients
Here’s the classic version of the recipe, with simple upgrades if you want to modernize it.
For the Sandwiches:
- 8 slices white or sandwich bread (crusts optional)
- 4 slices American cheese (or cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
- Softened butter (optional, for spreading)
For the Custard Base:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (whole milk or half-and-half for extra richness)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard (optional, for a flavor boost)
Topping (optional):
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or cheese of choice
- Paprika or parsley for garnish
👩🍳 How to Make It
Step 1: Make the Sandwiches
Prepare 4 cheese sandwiches using 2 slices of bread and 1 slice of cheese each. You can spread a little butter on the outside for extra richness, but it’s optional. Cut the sandwiches into halves or quarters, depending on how you want them layered.
Step 2: Arrange in Baking Dish
Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Arrange the sandwich halves in a single layer (or overlapping slightly like tiles) in the dish.
Step 3: Mix the Custard
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and dry mustard (if using). Pour this mixture evenly over the sandwiches, pressing gently to help the bread soak up the liquid.
