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Bacon And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Elevate your grilled cheese game with this mouthwatering Bacon and Tomato Grilled Cheese! Made with juicy garden tomatoes and savory bacon, this recipe is a family favorite. Pepper Jack cheese adds a spicy kick, but classic American cheese works perfectly too. Customize the butter to your liking for the ultimate crispy, cheesy goodness. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 690.2 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 5.0 (9 Reviews)
Bacon And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Ingredients for Bacon And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich

  • Cooked Bacon
  • 2 tablespoons of butter, softened
  • 4 slices of bread (your choice of sourdough, wheat, etc.)
  • Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese
  • 4 slices of tomato (about 1/4 inch thick each, approximately 1 medium tomato)

How to Make Bacon And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich

  1. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter into the bottom of a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Place 2 slices of bread, butter-side down, in the skillet.
  4. On each of the 2 slices of bread in the skillet, layer 1 slice of cheese (approx 1 oz), 2 slices of tomato (about 1/4 inch thick each), and 2 slices of cooked bacon (approx 2 slices, 1 oz).
  5. Top with the remaining 2 slices of bread, butter-side up.
  6. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure even cooking and browning.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

157g

Carbs

9g

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