Jul 13 2026
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Bacon Cheddar Recipe

Inspired by Woodfire Rockford
Time30m
Serves4

Bacon, cheddar, mozzarella on ciabatta with vodka sauce for dipping

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vodka Sauce

Method

Prepare the Vodka Sauce

  1. 1

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 3

    Add the Tomatoes and Vodka

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vodka, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Incorporate the Cream

    Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream, mixing until smooth.

  5. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Add salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. Add chopped basil just before serving.

Prepare the Sandwich

  1. 6

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Slice the ciabatta bread horizontally. On the bottom half, layer crispy bacon, followed by cheddar and mozzarella cheese.

  3. 8

    Heat the Sandwich

    Close the sandwich and place it in a preheated sandwich press or grill pan. Cook until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Cut the sandwich into halves or quarters and serve warm with the vodka sauce for dipping.

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