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Can you beat the great American grilled cheese sandwich? The best one I ever ate was in Washington, D.C. I was nine-years-old, and my mother and I were visiting her best friend. It was the first time I ever went to D.C., and I was totally hooked on the political scene. Years later, I worked for a Congressman in Washington.

Anyway, we all stopped in for lunch at a diner somewhere in downtown D.C. It was during John Kennedy’s administration — an exciting time. I watched the cook grill my sandwich right there before my eyes, and then serve it with a side of fries (real french fries from scratch).

I realize there was nothing special about that grilled cheese; it was all about location. But ever since, I think of that day when ever I eat a grilled cheese! And it’s so versatile. You can eat it for breakfast, add salad or soup for lunch or grill it with onions, tomatoes and ham or bacon for dinner.

Try different breads. Nothing will ever top plain, white loaf bread, but try Texas Toast or sourdough, or maybe rye. Use flavored butter or a touch of dijon mustard. There are all sorts of ways to jazz it up and make it a little more gourmet.

Have a grilled cheese today!

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