Sheet Pan Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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12 slices assorted bread, such as Texas Toast, pumpernickel, and sourdough

1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter, at room temperature 

12 slices assorted cheese, such as American cheese, Cheddar and Muenster cheese

1 cup Kardea’s Pimento Cheese, recipe follows

Toppings, such as sliced roasted red peppers, pickles, sliced ham, sliced turkey, sliced tomatoes, fresh basil, sliced red onion and/or pulled pork

Kardea's Pimento Cheese:

8 ounces extra-sharp yellow Cheddar, shredded (about 2 cups)

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 

4 ounces white Cheddar, shredded, preferably Vermont Cheddar (about 1 cup)

4 ounces diced pimentos, drained and juice reserved 

3 tablespoons mayonnaise 

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives 

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper