Grilled Cheese, Tomato & Bacon Recipe
American cheese, tomato & bacon on sourdough
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Condiments
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
- 2
Slice the Tomato
While the bacon is cooking, wash and slice the tomato into thin rounds. Set aside.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 3
Butter the Bread
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
On the unbuttered side of two slices of bread, layer the American cheese, followed by the tomato slices, bacon, and then top with another slice of American cheese. Close the sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, unbuttered side facing in.
Grilling the Sandwich
- 5
- 6
Grill the Sandwich
Cook the sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Use a spatula to press down gently for even grilling.
Serving
- 7
Slice and Serve
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and allow them to cool for a minute. Cut each sandwich in half diagonally and serve warm.