KnowraAmerican cheeseLinked fromLinked fromThe 6 pages that link to American cheese, each with the reason it gives.All 6Broader topic 2Related 3Compared with 1Grilled cheese sandwichBroader topic: Its smooth, dependable melt makes it a classic sandwich filling.Processed cheeseBroader topic: It is a familiar processed-cheese style, especially in slices and sandwiches.CheeseburgerRelated: Its even melt and mild flavor make it a familiar cheeseburger topping.Big MacRelated: A slice adds a soft, mild cheese layer to the sandwich.Granular cheeseCompared with: Despite the shared national label, granular cheese is a natural hard cheese, not a processed cheese product.James L. KraftRelated: Kraft’s industrial methods helped popularize this style of uniform, meltable cheese.