In a world where comfort food reigns supreme, the bacon-topped grilled cheese sandwich stands as a culinary masterpiece, a harmonious blend of crispy bacon, melted cheese, and buttery, toasted bread. Whether you prefer a classic combination of sharp cheddar and smoky bacon or crave adventurous flavor combinations like goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, this sandwich offers endless possibilities to satisfy your taste buds. So, if you're ready to embark on a cheesy, bacon-filled journey, let's dive into the best recipes for bacon-topped grilled cheese sandwiches and elevate your comfort food game to new heights.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATO BACON GRILLED CHEESE
A yummy meal that you and your kids will love! A simple golden brown grilled cheese sandwich with the twist of bacon and tomato. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by MISSY189
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Lay 4 slices of bread, butter side down, in the skillet. Top with a slice of cheese, 2 slices tomato, bacon, and another slice of cheese. Cover with a slice of bread, butter side out. Fry sandwiches until golden on both sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 1696.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES WITH BACON
A Cheddar-and-Monterey Jack grilled cheese is better with bacon.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put 2 slices of bread on a cutting board or work surface. Top each with 1 slice of the Cheddar, 2 slices of bacon, a slice of Monterey Jack cheese, the remaining slice of Cheddar and another slice of bread; press down lightly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sandwiches and cook until the bread toasts and the cheese is slightly melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn with a spatula and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Cook until the second side is toasted and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more, adjusting the heat as needed to keep the bread from burning before the cheese melts.?
BACON-TOPPED GRILLED CHEESE
This robust revision of an all-American lunch classic gets heartiness from bacon and extra flavor from onion, sour cream and oregano.-Nita Crosby, St. George, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place mozzarella cheese on four bread slices; layer each with a fourth of the tomato slices, two bacon strips, 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1 tablespoon onion, a pinch of oregano, one slice of cheddar cheese. Top with remaining bread., Butter outsides of sandwiches. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 calories, Fat 30g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1085mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
PULL-APART BACON GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 12 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel?lined plate to drain, then crumble into small pieces.
- Split the whole pack of attached dinner rolls in half horizontally. Place the top and bottom halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Brush with all but 1 tablespoon of the melted butter and broil until toasted, 1 to 3 minutes. Remove the top bread piece from the baking sheet. Flip the bottom piece and continue to broil until toasted on the other side, 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove from the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
- Turn the bottom bread piece cut-side up and sprinkle with the bacon. Top with the chopped tomato, then shingle the provolone and muenster on top, alternating the two. Cover with the top bread piece, then brush the roll tops with the remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter. Bake until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, 12 to 15 minutes.
BACON, TOMATO & TRIPLE CHEESE GRILLED CHEESE
This Grilled Cheese with Bacon & tomatoes is made with three different cheeses. A.K.A. all the cheesy deliciousness you need. You'll probably want a napkin.
Provided by Dietz & Watson
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Dietz & Watson
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook bacon and chicken bacon as required.
- Start with 2 slices of sourdough bread. Squirt both pieces with the Sandwich Spread.
- Layer 2 ounces Provolone Cheese, 2 ounces Peppadew Cheese and 2 ounces Smoked Gouda Cheese onto bread.
- Add 4 slices either Bacon or Chicken Bacon and 2 tomato slices per sandwich.
- Top with second slice of bread.
- Can be cooked on a griddle or in a panini press. Cook just until the cheese starts to melt. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1615.2 calories, Carbohydrate 65.5 g, Cholesterol 424.3 mg, Fat 116.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 85.1 g, SaturatedFat 45.1 g, Sodium 4122.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
BACON GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
Bacon lovers, this one's for you! Overflowing with cheese and crispy bacon, this grilled cheese recipe is so hearty, you won't even need a side of tomato soup. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spread 3 tablespoons butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place bread, butter side down, in a large skillet or electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder., To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced brie. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over brie; add bacon. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inwards. Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 767 calories, Fat 57g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 1405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
GRILLED THREE-CHEESE BACON SANDWICHES
Grilled cheese goes gourmet with this elevated take on the classic sandwich. Made with Gruyère, cheddar and American cheeses, this three-cheese grilled cheese sandwich with bacon takes a childhood favorite to new, delicious levels.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread 2 teaspoons mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the uncoated side of 2 bread slices, place 1 slice American cheese and 2 slices bacon. Top each with 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup Gruyère cheese and 1 slice remaining bread, mayonnaise side out.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add sandwiches; cook uncovered 3 to 4 minutes or until bottom sides are golden brown. Carefully turn; cook 2 to 4 minutes longer or until bottom sides are golden brown and cheeses are melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 700, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 1610 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the grilled cheese will be. Look for thick-cut bacon, a good quality cheese that melts well, and a sturdy bread that can hold up to the heat of the grill.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a grilled cheese, so feel free to experiment with different flavors and ingredients. Try adding different cheeses, meats, or vegetables to your sandwich.
- Cook the grilled cheese over medium heat. This will help to prevent the bread from burning and the cheese from overcooking.
- Serve the grilled cheese immediately. Grilled cheese is best when it's hot and gooey, so don't let it sit around for too long before eating it.
Conclusion:
The bacon-topped grilled cheese is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always delicious. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hot and gooey grilled cheese sandwich that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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