Its (probably) already in your pantry.

Ill admit that I was skeptical at first.

Adding Worcestershire sauce to grilled cheese gives the sandwich an umami-packed punch that just cant be beat.

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Over time, Ive also perfected the inclusion of Worcestershire sauce in my sandwich.

For the best results, I add several dabs to the sandwich in between cheese slices as it melts.

If youre open to experimenting with your grilled cheese, try these other one-ingredient upgrades.

Many of them pair well with Worcestershire sauce, too!

Start experimenting with one of these delicious grilled cheese recipes: