Irresistible Grilled Cheese and Bacon Sandwich
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Grilled Cheese and Bacon Sandwich. Featuring layers of gooey cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables sandwiched between perfectly toasted bread, this recipe is simple yet delivers on flavor. Perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner, each bite offers a delightful combination of textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup fresh lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools (frying pan, knife, cutting board, spatula).
- Slice the sourdough bread into even half-inch thick pieces.
- In a medium-hot frying pan, cook bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes), then remove from pan.
- Layer one slice of bread with cheddar cheese, followed by cooked bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato slices, mozzarella cheese, and top with another slice of bread.
- Heat butter in the same frying pan over medium-low heat. Grill the sandwich until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Once cooked through and cheese is melted, remove from heat and let cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg