5 Grilled cheese staples kids love

What’s not to love about grilled cheese? It’s warm, gooey and filled with delicious cheese. Start with a slice of cheese and add any of these tasty toppings for a grilled cheese sandwich your kids will love!

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Tomatoes

Your kids will love this sandwich, even if they don’t usually eat tomatoes. A warmed-up tomato, served on top of gooey cheese and placed in between grilled bread is the ultimate comfort food. Try using tomatoes fresh from the garden or farmer's market for a treat that's truly unforgettable. Make sure to make one for yourself – if you don’t, you’ll end up eating half of the one you made for your kid!

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Ham

Let’s face it – ham and cheese sandwiches are dull and boring. Liven up this dud simply by warming it up. Add a generous helping of ham to Kraft Singles and sandwich them between buttered bread. Grill the sandwich until lightly browned and you’ll have a lunch that will become your kids’ favorite.

Bacon

Everything’s better with bacon, and grilled cheese is no exception. Fry up some crispy bacon (or use the ready-made, microwaveable kind for a quick lunch) and add it to your grilled cheese before you place it on the grill. These crispy, gooey sandwiches will go fast.

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Pear

It may sound odd at first, but any grilled cheese connoisseur will tell you that grilled cheese with fruit is a must-try. The best fruit to top your grilled cheese sandwich with is a pear – they’re pretty mild, but they add just the right amount of flavor and juiciness when warmed. If you don’t have a fresh pear on hand, try your favorite type of apple.

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Pepperoni

The only thing better than pizza is pizza on a sandwich! Simply add pepperoni to your Kraft Singles, along with any other pizza toppings your kids enjoy, and grill. Serve this sandwich with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, and your kids will beg you to make it again for lunch tomorrow.

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