New Zealand Family Try CLASSIC AMERICAN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH For The First Time! (VERY Surprised)

[@edwardolson2615]

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[@yournewzealandfamily]

Thanks Edward!! ❤️

[@LindaC616]

You, sir, have a special place in the hearts of this family, and the viewers

[@LindaC616]

I've never dunked my sandwich in my tomato soup. 😅

[@bizzwag]

@@yournewzealandfamily Some thing else you can do to Grilled cheese is put a little garlic salt and pepper on the butter before it goes into the pan. Be careful with the salt though because the cheese has salt in it.

[@nativetexan9776]

@@LindaC616 It works for Tuna sandwiches too

[@deniselove1585]

The absolute gold standard for tomato soup is Campbell ‘s condensed tomato soup. Add whole milk instead of water for a creamy ,rich , soup. On a cold day, this sandwich/ soup combo can’t be beat!

[@masunrise7471]

True story but I equally love peanut butter sandwiches with chili

[@SuperGrids]

YES!@@masunrise7471

[@pipermccool]

Absolutely with milk!!

[@katarinad1309]

Water is better tastes like tomato sauce if you put milk in it though I agree with the Campbells soup is best.

[@Deborita777]

Homemade tomato soup by a friend/staff. His own recipe. Much better than pre-made Campbell's.

[@Lougimbook]

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup was a classic for me growing up, I have super fond memories of it.

[@graceskerp]

A marriage made in heaven.

[@davidfoxall8765]

Still a go-to dinner for my family

[@adamh9271]

Me too

[@Chris-zg7ty]

Same. What an amazing combo.

[@johnglue1744]

I still eat that on some cool wintery days.

[@kathynicholson103]

The classic American tomato soup comes in a can, and I love it mixed with milk instead of water! Love to you all!

[@kaycampbell8532]

We always make it with milk too. My Dad always cut one hot dog in thin slices and cooked it in the tomato soup....we loved it!

[@anndeecosita3586]

Milk and fresh basil in my family

[@DumplingsToGo]

Came here to say the same thing. Milk is the way you get creamy tomato soup.

[@matts156]

I came here to say the same thing! 😁

[@Ilikeryche]

Has to be milk.

[@jimdavis3130]

Hello from Hattiesburg, Ms. My name is Jim Davis. The first video I watched of the family was your visit to a Walmart. I was really amazed at your reactions to all the items. The grilled cheese sandwich is a popular one especially with tomato soup especially in the winter.

[@miketwomey4923]

As an American I have never heard of beans in a grilled cheese sandwich. I love the taste of cheddar and mozzarella mixed together on my sandwich. You guys make me feel so happy when I watch you, your happiness and love of life as a family is something that makes me smile...

[@jordanteneyuqueoc]

I speak for all Texans when I say I’ve never heard of that. Doesn’t sound good actually! Lol no one does that. Bread and cheese.

[@MrDeserteagle411]

@@jordanteneyuqueoc Its the Australian version of a grilled cheese, they use the same bean as the UK does for beans on toast they are essentially spagetti’os but beans.

[@carsonbryant2114]

@@jordanteneyuqueoc Well I speak for Texas too. and when school food tastes bad you do anything to make it better so yes I have done it with flavorless school beens

[@bridgetgrimes7524]

Never had beans with grilled cheese, always cheddar or Swiss cheese and tomato soup that was always lunch nearly every Saturday especially in winter still make it on a cold day love it. Simple and easy Mom used mayo or butter both good

[@dstowe-bf5ik]

Me neither

[@VaveeDances]

As a little girl growing up in New England, on cold and snowy days, after playing outside for hours, Mom would serve us grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato soup for lunch. So warming, hearty and delicious. What a childhood memory!

[@shannonlacasse9718]

I grew up in Worcester and now I live on. The cape. When my 7 year old comes in from the snow she looks for the grilled cheese and tomato soup..such great memories

[@patriciaotoole6508]

Your mom was American😊

[@maryrichardson1318]

Same, but in central Kentucky.

[@caseyl9906]

It is a definite cold weather type "warm your body and soul" food that probably isn't appreciated as much in places that don't get snow/cold/winter weather. Mom would serve grilled cheese and tomato soup alot to her brood of 8 children when it got nasty outside here on our North Central Montana farm. Campbell's canned soup was the norm and we would have a 5 lb brick of American Cheese that we would take slices from. Easy, affordable, nutritious, and tasty meal for alot of families like mine.

[@non1503]

I'm american and never heard of this. Sounds good. But I have always liked a cold bologna and cheese sandwich. That I eat by dipping ans soaking in the soup that is to hot to eat. Also my mom didn't have parents for most of her life.. so. Things get lost.

[@pilotmd801974]

You should try the tomato soup made using milk instead of water. It makes for a creamier tomato soup and goes fantastic with grilled cheese of any kind! Love your videos and your enthusiasm to try new things ❤ From your American friend in Ohio 🇺🇲

[@TBNTX]

Indeed, Ken. Spot-on, mate. I use a can of Campbell's condensed soup, mix in a can-full of milk, and bring up the heat until the soup begins to gently bubble. Done.

[@jeremycoffman9771]

I totally agree with you and a pad of butter on top when it's hot and freshly cracked black pepper❤

[@Lycanthromancer1]

I just commented on this and then I saw you'd sniped me by a whole day! Yes, this is a _fantastic_ level-up to the regular tomato soup.

[@Kathleen5429]

Totally agree, Ken Paul! My family always made it with milk instead of water also. And the brand was always Campbell’s!

[@louminatti3776]

Tomato soup made with water is no tomato soup at all. Try throwing a slice of lunch meat like ham, turkey or chicken in there with the cheese. Using mayo instead of butter is also good.

[@SITHJELLO]

I remember having one of those sandwich makers when I was kid-that's what I used when I wanted a grilled cheese, but couldn't use the stove. I also remember making faux apple pies in mine-white bread, with cinnamon sugar butter and apple pie filling. Grilled cheese with ham or turkey added is also popular. You can also add fun things to your tomato soup-salsa, goldfish crackers, etc.

[@themoonlitquill]

Two slices of cheese MINIMUM. As a Wisconsinite, Wisconsin being the Dairy State, you can never have too much cheese on anything ❤ Also, the United States is comprised of many different cultural regions, so the South will make foods differently from the Midwest, New England, and the West Coast. Some restaurants make grilled cheese with pickles, some don't. Always look for little Family owned diners in smaller towns. They tend to have the most "home cooked" flavors. There are variations of the grilled sandwich called "Melts", which are all worth trying!

[@casswashwash1070]

Fellow wisconite but i hate cheese 😂 used to est it younger. And this was one if my faves to est

[@reneeelias9514]

My co worker in WI from WI hated cheese. I used to tell her she could be deported from the state for that.

[@CookiesNMilf]

Your arteries say otherwise

[@AdventureMama4Life]

Wisconsinite here as well. I love anything with cheese. LOL! New Zealand Family if you make it to Wisconsin during your travels you have to go to Culver's and get the Sour Dough Melt and make it a double.

[@angelamonroe41]

I'm from dairy country New York. Cheese is an essential item. 😁

[@deannaeakle8680]

Our tomato soup is creamy and a lot thicker. It’s not watery so it coats the sandwich and doesn’t make it soggy. I’m so glad you loved it. It’s so easy and just delicious. We put smoked ham or smoked turkey and or pepperoni on ours too sometimes

[@armadillotoe]

You dip the sandwich in the soup???

[@deannaeakle8680]

@@armadillotoe sometimes yes

[@GKAdventuress]

Put salty crackers in the soup

[@tiredofit4761]

Old school Campbell’s tomato and white bread and American cheese. Butter on the outside to grill. As I’ve grown I make more elevated versions but the original is home to me. I love seeing you all enjoy it!!!!

[@matt45williams]

Ditto, couldn't have said it better myself. The only potential clarification is... gotta make the soup with milk, some weirdos use water. lol

[@lorihagerty7833]

Now I’m hungry for some grilled cheese!

[@Pntngbrn]

Campbells soup Mm Mm good. My mom always used cheddar😀

[@tiredofit4761]

After watching this video I had to make a couple grilled cheese and some tomato soup! It had been a while but it was so good and comforting!! And I forgot to say I like my soup in a mug so I can dip and sip lol

[@ramblerdave1339]

My mom always used Velveeta, much creamier. Additives I like are Mustard, Bread&Butter Pickles, slice of onion, Bacon, or Ham slices ( individually, not all at once). Need to try Jalapeños! In a pinch? Try toasting bread in a toaster, put slice of cheese between, and microwave 10-15 seconds. Grab the Sandwich and head out the door. Great breakfast while driving to work (without butter, no greasy steering wheel!). Sorry, don't like Tomato soup, but GC great with any soup! And, I'll have my baked beans, on the side, please.

[@alexhusko]

Chicken noodle soup is an amazing dip as well. I can house like 3 sandwiches when dipped. Yum!

[@AnnetteLG]

Yup. Tomato soup and grilled cheese go hand in hand. Also, as a kid in the 70s, my personal favorite was a toasted bologna sandwich and bean and bacon soup (Campbell’s brand).

[@dragonweyr44]

Fried Bologna sandwich is better

[@flamingpieherman9822]

Wasn't too fond of toasted bologna sandwiches but I did love my bologna sandwiches either with mayo or mustard. And oh yeah bean soup is the bomb... But I also love every other soup out there

[@okGDJ]

@@dragonweyr44 bologna is nasty

[@athinamays8322]

I remember that. Mom used to make that. Love grilled cheese sandwich better.

[@dragonweyr44]

@@okGDJ not if you fry it Trust me, you'll love it

[@crimson49er]

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup is so freakin delicious, a true classic

[@Daynawood]

YES - grilled cheese and tomato soup is a standard in our home. We always use milk instead of water so it is thicker/creamier. I usually just use the Velveeta slices but sometimes add provolone or another white cheese. And the thicker bread ("Texas Toast") is a game-changer. LOTS of butter on the outside.

[@DemonEdge82]

You can always skip adding water or milk for a thicker soup, it’s what I do for gravy for meatloaf. (Or just add very little water or milk, it’s all preference)

[@richardpare3538]

Texas Toast makes a GREAT sandwich!

[@WifeofaJer]

And I used one of those Machines they have.

[@pamela930]

Yes! Milk instead of water in my condensed tomato soup. I can't eat it made with water anymore. Yuck. And, my grilled cheese gets two slices of cheese, preferably American cheese. Yum!

[@chasityhupp468]

Not only is your channel so fun to watch... But what really makes it worth watching, always seeing phoenix suns apparel.. I'm an AZ native GO SUNS

[@DesertBloomBettas]

it makes my heart warm to see people genuinely enjoy something so quintessentially American. grilled cheese and tomato soup is something most kids grow up eating in America, and often keep enjoying into adulthood. it's so basic, but it makes your heart happy. other ways to elevate it: add some ham or fresh tomato to your grilled cheese.

[@tigercomet23]

Great job making grilled cheese for the first time! You cooked them perfectly. I’ve never seen powdered soup before, though. We always eat Campbell’s canned tomato soup. Classic!

[@KrowKnows]

Do you use milk or water in your Campbell's tomato soup?

[@tigercomet23]

@@KrowKnows usually water. But both are good!

[@dawnyoung2294]

There’s actually really good powdered soup . I first bought it from of all places a hardware store . But I’ve seen it since at a county market . The one I went crazy for was a chicken tortilla soup . Really good

[@dawnyoung2294]

They also make potato and broccoli cheese . You add milk or water . Actually good

[@dawnyoung2294]

@@KrowKnows I use milk always. Tomato soup and fried potatoes , I used to beg my grandma to make it for me . She’d cut the potatoes into tiny cubes . Poor grandma . Thank god my own grandkids didn’t demand fried potatoes

[@hunterriley2907]

Nothing beats a grilled cheese with tomato soup...I loved it as a child, in college and still in my 50's... It never goes out of style

[@connieterrell9516]

In our house grilled cheese is a favorite. I eat mine with mustard. Then again I also eat baked beans with mustard. So, I can see where they would mix well. We also eat tuna melts here. That's Tina fish on a grilled cheese sandwich, ham and cheese melts all made the same way. We also have grilled cheese makers like your toasty maker. It's fun watching your family enjoy these things 😂

[@szacktones]

Can never go wrong with grilled cheese and tomato soup

[@chris...9497]

From my childhood, great memories of being sick and my mother bringing me grilled cheese, tomato soup, and Jello. The epitome of comfort food.

[@ViolentKisses87]

Unless you use instant tomato soup instead of creamy tomato with milk.

[@foofookachoo1136]

SO TRUE!! A THOUSAND TIMES OVER!!!

[@reno145]

And Fritos!

[@Rockhound6165]

@@jeffhampton2767 then it's not a grilled cheese. It's a grilled ham and cheese.

[@SarahHadley162]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the classic American comfort food at home on a rainy gray day. Sometimes add a slice of ham or use a two-cheese blend, like you did. As long as the cheese melts well you can't go wrong!

[@paperthyme]

Onion is good too!

[@BrianBogiaBricky]

Dip the grilled cheese sandwich in the tomato soup. Very delicious!! Grilled cheese sandwich by itself very good. One sandwich is just not enough!! Medium Cheddar cheese is perfect for this sandwich.

[@paperthyme]

Stop! Stop! I can't take it anymore! Now, I'm going to have to make soup and a grilled cheese sandwich. This was one of my mom's "poor meals" when we were short of money, I still love it, and sometimes, sh sh sh, I go hardcore and tear my sandwich up and put the pieces in the soup where the cheese melts and gets all gooey on the spoon!! @@BrianBogiaBricky 🤪🤪

[@BrianBogiaBricky]

@@paperthyme It has been about 30 years me tasting my mother's cooking. She was a mom that everything she cooked melts in your mouth. Everything she made was from scratch. I miss her so much. She died of breast cancer.

[@paperthyme]

I'm so sorry. I had a mother that was a heartwarming cook, too. She didn't make it through her heart surgery. I really miss her too. I grew up in pa, among the Amish. I still make her recipes, people would always ask her to bring potato salad to the reunions. She gave the recipe to me, but her sauerkraut and dumplings were to die for. Will be making that now that it is getting cold. Snowflakes this am. Be well, Sir. We were lucky people in our mothers.@@BrianBogiaBricky

[@thatgirlember5446]

One of my all time favorite meals! Dipping your grilled cheese sandwich in the tomato soup is perfection!

[@paperthyme]

I thought i was the only one to do that!

[@Cuber83]

I never do that

[@jackflash9735]

Another classic comfort food I remember is Pork Chops and Apple sauce with macaroni and cheese.

[@paperthyme]

Yes, I still make that!@@jackflash9735

[@josiewalberg2263]

My family cooks the bread open face with cheese first , brown up ham slices in a separate pan , when the cheese is melting , we add the browned ham ..... good !

[@cptyoyo5126]

As an American I personally love grilled cheese with tomato soup! I am glad you all enjoyed it as well!

[@myEGObig]

I love this 😂 I've never seen people get this excited over grilled cheese but you guys have an unmatched energy

[@indicaking]

I eat grilled cheese all the time and I'll just say I get this excited every time lol

[@masunrise7471]

@@indicaking Same🤣

[@nikkiwilliams8508]

Lol 😂 we ate so much growing up cuz it was cheap! For $6.26 we could get everything with chips and koolaid for 2 nights dinner 😂

[@Ultimaterob]

You can turn a grill Cheese into a Patty Melt, a Tuna Melt and a Turkey Melt. Instead of white bread, you use Rye bread for all three. For the Patty Melt, it basically a hamburger on a grill cheese typically with Swiss cheese and sautéed onions (but some people have been known to use American cheese or Cheddar). A Tuna Melt is a grilled cheese with Tuna Salad and American Cheese. And the Turkey Melt is a grilled cheese with grilled Turkey slices, Tomatoes and American Cheese. Although, i sometimes add bacon.

[@edwilson7187]

Best way to make a grilled cheese is to melt enough butter in the pan to coat the bread on one side. Putting the butter on the bread rips the bread most of the time so melting it in the pan then putting the bread in the pan is better. Move the bread around till you soak the butter up, then slightly brown the bread on one side. flip the bread and slightly brown it on the unbuttered side and flip the bread over and put the cheese in. Don't have the heat up too high so the bread doesn't burn before the cheese melts. Flip it a few times till the bread is toasted like you like it then serve. If you use Velvetta cheese you cut from the block cook it on a little lower heat and add a small amount of butter while cooking to help "steam" the bread and melt the cheese a little better. Tomato soup made with milk not water and the sandwich is the best quick hot meal you can make.

[@lindacarroll6896]

Grilled cheese sandwiches and Campbell's Tomato Soup goes back to kid's lunches in the 1920s and 30s. It was a relatively cheap and filling meal for 3 or 4 people. My mom always made ours with Miracle Whip because that is what her mom could afford. You should try one with mayo for that little bit of tang. Like many may have done, you can make one and split it four ways.

[@Momsbasement354]

Perfect!! I’m so glad that someone told you to have tomato soup with it. That’s the best meal when you’re sick with a cold. It’s just so cozy and warming it makes you feel like everything is going to be okay.

[@coondingee]

I was yelling in my head that they wouldn't have the soup with it. So glad they did.

[@Momsbasement354]

@@coondingee totally! I did the same!

[@shdhd07]

When I make grilled cheese, I butter both sides. Toast one side of each slice, flip it, then add the cheese to one and put the other bread on top. Grilling both sides of the bread just adds a little extra crunch! And using mayo is amazing. Since it's really just egg and oil, you're basically coating your grilled cheese with fried eggs. Some nice additions...Ham, Bacon, Philly Steak, slice of tomato, diced onion, or sliced jalapenos.

[@indigowulf]

Something I noticed in this video, they seem to be cooking them on too low of heat. It should be about the same temp of pan as what you use to fry eggs- that way the butter on the outside will crisp the bread a little, instead of making it soggy.

[@SnowxXxAngel]

I do that too! toasting both sides makes it so much better!

[@stephaniegeer1691]

EXACTLY!!! There is a proper process guys!!lol😂 Glad you enjoyed it ! And I also recommend using MILK in your tomatoes soup instead of water.☺yiu guys are awesome!✌

[@scottdiamond94]

Try spreading mayo on the bread instead of butter! You’ll be amazed at the results!

[@hurdyg1]

I am from Canada, I love grilled cheese I put cooked maple bacon on the cheese before grilling. always served with tomato soup. the best

[@msdarby515]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup got me through the last 2 years of college. 🥰 Inexpensive, fast, and a warm hug from the inside.

[@ittybitty304]

A classic that I think every person in the US has grown up with. And, on super cold evenings a lot of us will have this for dinner...really warms the insides (and taste wonderful!) Glad you had a chance to eat one of our favorites!

[@rume6951]

Nope. I've never known anyone to eat grilled cheese with tomato soup. We use chicken noodle. It blows my mind to see so many eating tomato.

[@nathanfox3090]

​@@rume6951 I've lived in basically every region of the us and have never heard of chicken noodle over tomato soup. Whereabouts is that

[@rume6951]

@@nathanfox3090 Rural upstate mountain area of NC and SC.

[@nathanfox3090]

@@rume6951 I haven't been to North Carolina lived in southern Georgia and spent a lot of time in south Carolina, so that's interesting how different food combos change in a short distance away. I'll have to give that a shot though sounds interesting. Thank you for taking the time to reply.

[@paulsalazar858]

NM green Chile in mine when I have it

[@bambamnj]

Grilled Cheese sandwiches are very versatile. You can add all kinds of things to it. For example: Grilled cheese w tomato slices, w ham, w ham and tomato, w bacon, w onions, with chicken, with sliced steaks, w avocado. the list goes on. You can also change up the grilled cheese sandwich just by changing up the bread,, I really like Rye bread or Sour Dough is a good option. Grilled cheese is really just an great overall quick snack/meal

[@juanita_rocksteady2761]

My favorite that I make is grilled cheese with fresh tomato and bacon. I use jalapeño pimento cheese, so delicious.

[@ekeymonohemayona8738]

In my house we always put sweet pickles on ours

[@angelagraves865]

Sourdough and rye are my favorites, too.

[@travisr4057]

turkey breast and Gouda slices....omg

[@JazzyHarley22]

@@ekeymonohemayona8738 My wife does that and some mayo lightly on both sides lol. I love a good ole grilled cheese sandwich with soup 🤤 And the skies the limit on the ways to make it too 😅

[@justintancil]

I’m from the states, I have very much enjoyed ya’ll vids. Just know you have the family I wish I could have had. So y’all are doing great. Protect and keep them close.

[@poohbear501]

The classic Grilled cheese and cream of tomato soup is a staple still at our table. We use milk instead of water to make the soup. We've done tons of varieties of Grilled cheese sandwiches but always end up going back to just white bread, butter and American cheese.

[@barndude5562]

Grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup is a great meal if you are feeling under the weather. It's just great comfort food! Great episode, fam!

[@brblanch7]

Try dipping the sandwich into the tomato soup, nothing beats it.

[@DrizzleDrizzleNeverDies]

I can already tell there's gonna be people asking you to try ham and cheese, but I for one ABSOLUTELY recommend trying a tuna melt! It's the same as a grilled cheese, but with tuna salad in the middle before grilling so the cheese wraps around it. It's my comfort sandwich, from when I was a kid and my mom would make them.

[@annaburch3200]

My mom would make them open face in the oven. We'd have to eat it with a fork! 😆 I haven't had that in so long . . . Maybe today for lunch! 👍

[@dianegilchrist677]

Mine too. Yummy😊

[@Cricket2731]

Then there's the patty melt: rye bread instead of white, Swiss cheese instead of Cheddar or American (1 slice on each slice of bread), & a cooked hamburger patty in the middle.

[@patrickfras2110]

Tuna melts are on my top five best grilled sandwiches of all time.

[@KKowalski1022]

Bacon grilled cheese!!!

[@ryan38315]

We just made our own last week. Glad to see y’all enjoy a classic American meal.

[@greatscott3470]

Even if every one of you hated the sandwich, the video would still be the most wholesome thing I've seen in a long time. You guys put a smile on my face. I'm glad you enjoyed the classic American gilled cheese.

[@Tsunamidragon17]

You could make your grilled cheese in your toasty press, you don't have to make them in a pan on the stove. We have small grills that we sometimes use to make our grilled cheese like the one you used for the toasty. Colby, Monterey Jack, and Cheddar cheese together is my favorite blend for a grilled cheese.

[@Sylvanessa]

We are a family of 5. Grilled cheese and soup is a common staple in our home. The trick is to use a large flat top electric griddle that will fit about 6 sandwiches at once to make it much easier to do as a family meal. Stove top method is usually used for 1 maybe 2 people. After watching your video I just added this to the grocery list. :)

[@edwardgaller359]

try making them in the oven, under the broiler. the sandwich maintains its shape, and the bread won't be greasy

[@chronicobserver5534]

Yeah we didn't have a large griddle so we did it in the oven on broil. it was quick but we had to watch it very close so they wouldn't burn.

[@garydavis4003]

I’m an American and I use a press to make my grilled cheese sandwiches too. I like to use different kinds of cheese and add mayonnaise and ham sometimes. I do use a pan if I’m only making one sandwich. I have never dipped my sandwich in tomato soup but I do have my soup on the side…but that’s just me. I wish you and your family well on your uTube journey. You have a lovely family.

[@vestel777]

My Late Uncle Charlie use to use Pepper Jack Cheese.

[@arrobrewer2730]

Never would have thought a toasted cheese sandwich wasn't virtually everywhere.

[@kakarikiyazoo]

A grilled cheese sandwich isn't toasted. The bread is coated with butter or some other spreadable fat, then grilled on a flat surface. Cheese on toast is different.

[@Mcgriddles90210]

​@@kakarikiyazoo Toasted- cook or brown (food, especially bread or cheese) by exposure to a grill, fire, or other source of radiant heat. It's literally toasted. Stop trying to act smart when you're obviously ignorant

[@arrobrewer2730]

@@kakarikiyazoo no 💩

[@arrobrewer2730]

@@kakarikiyazoo because the only way to toast bread in in a toaster? You are thick

[@biggerock]

I grew up calling it toasted cheese. When I moved away from home, people were like, "who calls it that?!?"

[@Telrathian]

A Historical note: American Cheese was originally a blend of Cheddar and Colby fragments from cutting cheese blocks blended together and reformed into blocks.

[@Hephzibah16]

I work in a deli. My boss says that American cheese is made from a cheddar curd (uncured, unpressed), mixed with a slurry of other ingredients, especially salt, and processed till it's smooth, and formed.

[@4nciite]

It's literally just a meltable type of cheddar.

[@bob5074]

As a Gen-X American, Tomato soup and a grilled cheese is my absolute favorite lunch. Brings me back to childhood winters, coming in for lunch after playing all morning…

[@nobless_oblige_dignitas]

A slice of tomato is really good on the inside of the grilled cheese too. Glad y'all like it!

[@robincraig5006]

Pickle is also fantastic on a good grilled cheese sandwich.

[@melaniebosel1451]

My mom would add thin slices of tomatoes and paper thin slices of onion in our grilled cheese it's yummy

[@S_Cooper0404]

Yes!

[@jamesgilland7507]

Using mayo on the bread instead of butter is great too. It gives it a little different flavor, but you have to watch it close because it cooks a little faster.

[@NoahFroio]

My Mom and my ex-wife both used to make some of the best grilled cheese sandwiches, glad you enjoyed American cheese for the first time! But, what I really love is the neighbors behind you aimlessly wandering around their garden starting at around 12:00, not sure what they were looking at, but, hopefully they got it done!

[@JayyeStone]

Lol, I noticed the neighbors photobombing their vid too.

[@leetsui510]

As a child, it was so amazing. I felt so loved when my mom made this

[@heinleinreader]

Mozzarella and mild cheddar or Cojack is my favorite blend.

[@tlkorde6752]

This video just warmed my heart! As a chef, at the end of the day, my all-time favorite comfort food is grilled cheese and tomato soup! There is just something about its simplicity that is just ultimately satisfying!

[@captaincrespo3327]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is such a beautiful childhood lunch. 10/10

[@katiebreann2295]

I love this!!!! It’s so strange to think that such a classic food in my life doesn’t even exist in other people’s lives 🤯 I loved seeing this 😊💛

[@BrianMark1776]

Ikr!!! It's🤯🤯🤯🤯😲

[@josephmcghee8887]

You can also put tomato slices between cheese slices before grilling the cheese sandwiches and use plenty of butter on your cooking surface which helps to brown the bread.

[@Ladiofthewoods]

Grilled ham and cheese with mustard, an absolute favorite. Often mayo is used to replace the butter as well. Cold stormy winter days mom would heat up a big pot of tomato soup, grill ham/cheese sandwiches and we would all gather at the table and play games as kids. Favorite moments ❤

[@delinarandoma1053]

When I was eleven or twelve, grilled cheese sandwich was the first thing I "cooked" that my dad complemented me on. The last time I stayed with my parents as an adult (in late pregnancy cause my hubby was out of town) my dad requested I make him some grilled cheese and still says my grilled cheese sandwiches are better than mom's! LOL! Obviously there were other things I've cooked and shared with them over the years but grilled cheese was a special memory for us.

[@harleecarr624]

Hands down one of my favorite quick meals since I moved into my own apartment! So easy and so delicious! So glad you like them!!!

[@BetsyCaldwell]

Ya’ll are ADORABLE!!! My first time watching you! Grilled cheese is our go to here in the US! I sometimes make it and have it with potato chips (crisps?). I love a brand called Velveeta and also Kraft American cheese. My favorite is grilled cheese with a slice of tomato! So you put the tomato between the two slices of cheese. I love baked beans so I will be so excited to try your toastie!!! Thanks for inviting us into your kitchen! Cheers!!

[@hustle6]

That toastie maker is versatile. It reminds me of the cast iron sandwich maker we would use to make hobo pies while camping during Michigan summers. Can do everything from plain grilled cheese, ham & cheese, sausage egg & cheese, pizza, blueberry pie, cherry pie, nutella peanut butter & banana pie. So many sweet & savory options.

[@GENNi0606]

Our version in the 90s here in the US was called the Snackmaster-I would make french toast stuffed with pudding and jelly - so freaking good

[@melissabeard6697]

Similar to the pocket sandwich maker we have in the US.

[@christianjwitzel]

So, a couple of tips to ELEVATE the American grilled Cheese: Toast BOTH sides of the bread with butter. Add some heavy cream or full fat milk to you tomato soup to make a bisque. BEST DIPPING EXPERIENCE EVER! We traditionally use thinner bread with our grilled cheese. That being said, thicker cuts tend to be heartier. SOURDOUGH BREAD! NOTHING BETTER! I love my NZ fam and love that you did this!

[@karinwtfont]

And I’d add skip the faux cheese aka American “cheese” altogether! I prefer a Swiss, cheddar, colby or mozzarella!

[@christianjwitzel]

@@karinwtfont now, the Kraft single is the way to go for the classic American taste

[@karinwtfont]

@@christianjwitzel We’ll have to agree to disagree because I’ve never liked American cheese. I only like real cheese. My grilled cheeses have always been made with other cheeses. I denounce American cheese as being “classic” American! 😆

[@eileenalbight-ahrens6207]

Grilled cheese sandwich is what I had for dinner tonight. It is one of our comfort foods. I live in Wisconsin and we make grilled cheese from a variety of cheeses. Most popular is American, but it is also good with Swiss, Cheddar, Pepperjack etc. Sometimes we also combine different kinds. We never put beans on our grilled cheese. I am glad you enjoyed the sandwich.

[@BrianMark1776]

I'm from Texas, but WISCONSIN educated me on a proper grilled cheese. The 7 cheeses sammich is my go to. Thank you Wisconsin for you're cheesey awesomeness.

[@jovetj]

Wisconsin cheese is to die for!! Best grilled cheese cheese, in my opinion, is Colby Jack. And if you get get a little 10+ year old Cheddar on there, all the better!

[@heathercline9769]

I'm in Wisconsin, too! 🧀

[@cjjimenez3063]

I shredd sharp chdr, smoke gouda, creamy havarty, mozzarella and cream chesse and form it in a big log rolled in bits of cooked bacon bits, kids absolutely love it and my husband loves slices of avocado in his.

[@alaskafan21]

I can't take my eyes off your channel. I simply love you fam and vis.

[@AubergineJacket]

Grilled cheese is great all year round but it definitely hits me different in the winter. A bleak, snowy day while wrapped in a blanket with a grilled cheese and tomato soup is just a bit of heaven on earth!

[@non1503]

Gokuraku, Gokuraku.

[@noreenelizabeth6617]

Oh, yeah, yummy think and can't tomato sauce.

[@TBIhope]

A couple tips: my dad told me to butter both sides of the bread, toast one side in the pan, and then add cheese when you flip that side over. I use cheddar cheese, but colby would be good, too. Also, the very best grilled cheese sandwiches are either dipped in a bowl of tomato soup, or have slices of tomato and a little bit of mayo in the sandwich! 😋

[@rriggs6547]

The toasting before adding the cheese in needed with cheddar as it is a harder cheese and won't melt well otherwise. Great combos.

[@marcushenness6437]

American cheese is literally made for grilled cheese.

[@gaileverett]

Yeah, that's exactly the way I do it.

[@unclebee5674]

I do that too

[@beverlyhoke9059]

Tomato soup and grilled cheese is a comfort food. Simple, but so satisfying. There is also a restaurant fairly close to us called The Wheel, where all they serve is custom made grilled cheese sandwiches. You pick the bread, the cheese, any meat you may want, and toppings. Sooooo good! If you are ever in Pennsylvania, it's in Pottsville. Just a small little place on a a corner, but worth it!!

[@twobitsandpepper8235]

There are sooo many different combos for it over here which I think is why so many people love it, not only is it delicious but you can get creative with it. I like the dipping it in beans idea too, we sometimes dip grilled cheese in chili too. That or cinnamon rolls in chili. But we like American, cheddar and colby mixed but for the budget's sake it's usually just American cheese.

[@8_bit_Andy]

Grilled cheese with a slice of ham. Simple yet perfect. I won't lie, seeing that you put baked beans in your toasties kind of blew my mind, and now I have to try it!

[@loboheeler]

Using those types of beans is a British tradition. Lots of bean types used in the US, but not on bread or for breakfast like the English do. The Commonwealth countries got a lot of the British food traditions, but the US did not. The Germans, Italians, and Eastern Europeans had a huge influence on American food early on. .

[@PocketPoe]

I absolutely LOVE the idea of someone researching grilled cheese sandwiches. So cool that yall experiment with American foods.

[@haleybazer2496]

Yum! You can also add ham or prosciutto to the regular ones! Also, if you like garlic bread, you can melt the butter a bit & add a bit of garlic to it! Pure deliciousness!

[@rav7537]

Thick toast was a luxury growing up in my family's house. The familiar grilled cheese that I'm accustomed to uses the thinnest bread available. Your interpretation looks delicious!

[@keashadickerson1132]

Hello from Mississippi!! So glad you loved the grilled cheese and tomato soup! I literally just made a sandwich to eat while watching you guys! There’s so many variations of the sandwich that you can do. You can add bacon, ham, turkey or whatever you want. Can’t wait for y’all to come to America.

[@missmya3972]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is such a comforting classic over here in America. The acidic soup cuts the richness of the sandwich thus is why its such a perfect pair. God bless your beautiful family.

[@allysonchen4286]

Remember that was growing up they would actually take slices of tomato after they would you know make grilled cheese and actually you know peel it open and put a slice of tomato in there I guess it was kind of similar but I don't know I don't really like tomato that much so

[@protorhinocerator142]

@@allysonchen4286 A slice of tomato in the sandwich is a legit option. The best way to do this is to make sure you got cheese on both slices before you seal the sandwich shut. That way the tomato doesn't soggy up the toast.

[@Weberventure1]

This was fun to watch. Like most other commenters, I grew up on grilled cheese. As I've gotten older, I've strayed from the classic American Cheese and prefer cheddar. One suggestion I would give is to adjust the amount of water in the soup to make it a little thicker. That will allow for better dipping. I have also found that a homemade grilled cheese is always better than what you get in a restaurant. Love the videos!

[@skysurfer5cva]

Yes on the amount of water in the soup. For canned Campbell's soup, I put in half a can of water (or milk) instead of a full can.

[@snave59]

Campbell's tomato soup is much better if you use milk,instead of water.

[@IKMcGwee]

Yeah a thicker soup is better, and don't be scared to add seasoning to it too!

[@kiralee2012]

Yep. I dislike the "American cheese" and go for cheddar, or even pepper jack!

[@stephaniedaniels9285]

Cream of tomato soup!!

[@ClaytonBrownMusicOfficial]

I like a few slices of pickle with my grilled cheese sandwiches-be they on the side or cooked right in, I think they make a great addition!

[@ginnieashmore988]

A favorite meal for sure. Other good dips for the sandwich can be chili, salsa, bbq sauce, and ketchup. My preference is to make the tomato soup with warm milk. It gives it a creamier texture. Also the sandwich can also be made in your toastie maker. 😊

[@travisbostick5571]

I would love a video of what states you will be visiting when in America! My sister's husband is from New Zealand, so my Niece and Nephew are half Kiwi's. I really appreciate your opinions on American food/culture. So many countries think negatively about us, it's refreshing to have a positive view. Love from Texas

[@davidgajeske7191]

Man, nothing beats a grilled cheese sandwich (with a slice of ham in it) dunked in hot tomato soup. That got me through Illinois winters growing up!

[@thatblondeguy3617]

Oh I know Illinois winters are nasty!

[@leifleifsen]

I agree but with Bacon it’s just a bit better.

[@davidgajeske7191]

@@leifleifsen I'm not a fan of bacon.

[@davidgajeske7191]

@@thatblondeguy3617 Lots of snow and wind!

[@charlottebrookssprinkles1424]

Cold crunchy dill pickles cuts the richness of the cheese! It takes the flavor profile to another level. My favorite cheese is sharp cheddar and American specifically on a grilled cheese sandwich.

[@jessicamedley3454]

Grilled cheese with a slice of fresh tomato is absolutely delicious!

[@wpoitras]

and/or a slice of deli ham

[@chloesophia9445]

We call that a sandwich maker here, my grandparents had them and I had one for my children in the 1990’s. I use to make them ham and cheese, pizza and other varieties as well. We liked them too. I love sweet Italian Basil in my soup 😊

[@NdxtremePro]

When I worked at Village Inn, a breakfast restaurant like Denny's, we had a sandwich called the Grown Up Grilled Cheese. You add Colby Jack and a slice of American, 2 strips of bacons, some diced onions and a thin slice of tomato, with some mustard on the bread and grilled with liquid butter. This is all grilled together, so the tomato is hot as well, which gives the sandwich a mustard/ketchup flavor to it. That thing is delicious.

[@scottbrantley483]

Greetings from Louisiana, USA! Here's my favorite sandwich if you want to try it, similar to the grilled cheese. Two slices of white bread, buttered on the outside, 1 1/2 slices of American cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and a slice of ham, then grill as before. Fantastic! Love your content!

[@karenh.4691]

During the summer, I slice a tomato to grill into my grilled cheese. I use White American cheese w/ either Colby Jack or a mild cheddar. My favorite all time sandwich is grilled white American cheese w/ dill pickle slices between the two pieces of cheese on rye bread w/ a touch of yellow mustard and mayo mixed on the inside pieces of bread. Butter the outside of the bread and fry like any other grilled cheese. I hope y'all enjoy your time in the states! Safe travels!

[@brendaS1533]

Yum!!

[@Suprachiasmatic]

I like spinach on my grilled cheese. It’s so good!

[@jesmasa1]

Glad you guys mentioned both tomato slice and adding spinach. I find both amazing on grilled cheese sandwiches

[@larrypaynter6901]

There is a restaurant here in Ohio called “Melt: Bar and Grilled.” They specialize in different grilled cheese sandwiches, even dessert types. It’s worth looking at their menu online for ideas. Unfortunately, they originated around Cleveland and have a few locations here in Columbus, but I believe that’s as far as they have gone.

[@ltme4134]

Omg yep I live 10 min from the one in Independence Ohio. They are great but nothing beats the original home made. Love they’re vinegar based coke slaw.

[@cynthiaspencer2222]

Dad's favorite/favourite is Provolone, Muenster, and Swiss cheese. He gave your multicheese version a big thumbs up. Dad wanted me to give Atlanta his recipe for Cheeseburger Garlic Bread. Brown 2 lbs groundbeef to your liking. While it browns, slice a whole loaf of Italian or French bread thru the middle lengthwise and open. Example would be like they ate shown in "Subway" ads. May use a Bagette if you prefer. Butter the bread and add Garlic or Garlic Powder to the bread, then brown in oven. Once browned, add browned groundbeef, your favorite/favourite cheese, and any other toppings you like to your "burger". Return to oven until the cheese melts, and other toppings(if any) begin to brown. Brown until it is to your liking and enjoy.

[@rriggs6547]

I haven't tried that combo of cheeses. And they are my 3 favorites so not sure how I missed it.

[@FutureTruth88]

Watching this made me make this meal because it's been over a year. By the way, I personally melt a little under a tbsp of butter in the pan first so that I don't risk tearing the bread while applying the butter. Lift the sandwich, put a bit more butter in the pan, then lower the other side of the sandwich into the pan. Perfect every time!

[@krazycatz]

Grilled cheese sandwiches is one of the classic American sandwiches that you can add a variety of different sliced vegetables (or meat) to jazz it up. I sometimes make a pizza grilled cheese sandwich by using Italian cheese, pizza sauce and my favorite pizza toppings. Just don’t put in too much toppings or it could fall out of the sandwich.

[@dlance13]

I love that you guys figured out the fun of being able to play with what ingredients you want to use. I never thought of baked beans though. That sounds fantastic!

[@caraevans2609]

That is my favorite childhood comfort meal right there. So glad you guys tried and liked it!

[@rosabayhan810]

Campbell condensed tomato soup with made with a little milk and classic American grilled. We use butter or mayo on outside and brown

[@kathrinebeard1685]

We also use the Toastie makers for grilled cheeses. By the way you can also make very quick pepperoni sandwiches in those words a little mozzarella a teaspoon of pizza sauce and a good healthy handful of mozzarella with the pepperoni. Just make sure you butter your bread before you put them in the toaster maker,😊

[@StealthDonut1]

I ate those daily in my youth and they're still awesome!

[@SalLeeHolland]

Ohhh pepperoni would be very good on the sandwich!

[@TexasBeekeeper]

Put some nice thick cut ham in there too! Yum! Edit: I usually put the inside (un-buttered side of the grilled cheese), on the grill first to heat it and just lightly toast it. Then I flip it over to the bread side and add the cheese. So the cheese melts better. Then join them together whenever (you can always flip from side to side).

[@ambermac77]

My husband lightly toasts the bread in our toaster oven before making the grilled cheese in the pan. So yummy!! It adds more texture.

[@robinmiller5256]

Bacon and tomato and smoked cheddar for me and on thick grilled Texas toast!

[@RazDaz74]

If you add anything but cheese it's no longer a grilled cheese 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️😅

[@lifeislife489]

My mom would put Mayo on the bread sometimes. It was delicious when she made it. I haven't been able to figure out the right amount. Mine taste okay, but nothing compared to my moms.

[@chrishemry7]

If you put the lid on the pan while cooking it locks in the heat and melts the cheese better.

[@CrippledMerc]

I think grilled cheese sandwiches was the first thing I learned to cook for myself that wasn’t frozen or prepackaged. It makes for a nice and easy snack that even kids can make for themselves once taught. I used to make them for myself after school starting around 10 years old. When I was in high school from ages 14-17 I’d come home from school and either make 2 grilled cheese sandwiches or two turkey sandwiches nearly every day, and then I’d also have dinner about 3.5-4 hours later.

[@ayuumorienjoyer5913]

fr like i learned how to make that shit as soon as i could work a microwave, had me feeling all independent and whatnot😭

[@carltaylor5359]

I had swim practice every morning from 5 - 6:30 and again in the evening from 6 - 8. I cooked myself a couple of burgers right after school (starting around age 12) to carry me over until I ate dinner after evening practice. If there were no burgers around, it was grilled cheese for sure.

[@ayuumorienjoyer5913]

@@carltaylor5359 FR AND THE BURGERS AS A KID TOO

[@ifykykcookie]

This is how we make our grilled cheese. It's amazing with tomato soup. Great for winter days.

[@Do0msday]

Grilled cheese with tomato soup is an absolute classic. One cheese that I grew partial to using was pepper jack. For me it just adds a little something that makes it more savory and goes so well with soup. And cooking grilled cheese with a big juicy slice of tomato is great as well. You can add so many random things to it because it's so versatile. Everyone has their own version and it just seems like you'll never try 2 grilled cheeses that taste the same.

[@rosameryrojas-delcerro1059]

Cheddar and PepperJack was my go-to as well, with chives and spinach. Yum. My brother often stuck ham on his.

[@msoda8516]

A grilled cheese with a slice of tomato inside is heavenly

[@Washougalite1]

That's how I eat mine

[@amyshepherd504]

The best part of this video...the two furry ears that pop up behind the table!! Happy to hear that you all enjoy our grilled sammies!! They're also excellent with ham or turkey in them!!