Best 8 Grilled Cheddar Tomato And Bacon Sandwiches Recipes

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Indulge in a flavor-packed culinary journey with our grilled cheddar, tomato, and bacon sandwiches. These sandwiches are a harmonious blend of savory and tangy flavors, featuring perfectly grilled bread, melted cheddar cheese, juicy tomatoes, and crispy bacon. Each bite offers a delightful symphony of textures, from the soft bread to the crunchy bacon and the gooey cheese.

Elevate your sandwich game with our three enticing variations. The classic grilled cheddar, tomato, and bacon sandwich is a timeless delight, while the avocado and arugula version adds a refreshing twist with creamy avocado and peppery arugula. For those seeking a bit of heat, the jalapeño and pepper jack sandwich delivers a spicy kick with its zesty jalapeños and flavorful pepper jack cheese.

No matter your preference, our grilled cheddar, tomato, and bacon sandwiches are sure to satisfy your cravings. They're perfect for a quick and easy lunch, a hearty snack, or a casual dinner. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO BACON GRILLED CHEESE



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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

8 slices bacon
¼ cup butter, softened
8 slices white bread
8 slices American cheese
8 slices tomato

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 BACON-TOMATO SANDWICHES



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My family loves these sandwiches and they are very easy to prepare. Fresh basil, tangy Italian dressing and melted cheese meld perfectly together in this simple sandwich. -Betty Snoddy, Franklin, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)
4 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)
4 slices tomato
4 bacon strips, cooked and halved
2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Top 2 slices of bread with a slice of cheese each; layer each with 2 tomato slices, 2 bacon strips, half of the basil and another cheese slice. Top with remaining bread. Brush dressing over outside of sandwiches., In a large skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

GRILLED BACON, TOMATO AND CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Dinner ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy these cheesy skillet grilled sandwiches made using bacon and tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 slices wheat or white bread
8 slices precooked bacon
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
4 (3/4-oz.) slices mild Cheddar or American cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons margarine or butter, softened

Steps:

  • Top 4 of the bread slices with bacon, tomato and cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices. Spread outside of sandwiches with margarine.
  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until hot. Place sandwiches, 2 at a time if necessary, in skillet; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 3 g

GRILLED CHEESE, BACON AND OVEN-DRIED TOMATO SANDWICH



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Take your grilled cheese sandwich to a place it's never been before with crispy bacon and tangy tomatoes and five-yes, five!-types of cheese. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, sliced
Oven-Roasted Tomatoes
Crispy Fried Onion Rings
Easy Glazed Bacon

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 and tomatoes. Sprinkle a portion of the cheddar cheese mixture evenly over brie; add fried onion rings. Sprinkle with the remaining cheddar cheese mixture and 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 :

HEIRLOOM GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH AND CHUNKY TOMATO BACON SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, plus 4 tablespoons
8 slices Shephard's bread
8 ounces white Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 heirloom tomato, sliced into 3 (1/8-inch) slices
8 strips thick sliced apple wood smoked bacon, fried
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin basil olive oil
3 tablespoons finely diced shallots
2 garlic cloves, finely diced
2 tablespoons finely chopped thyme leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped basil leaves
3 strips thick sliced apple wood smoked bacon, fried and diced
3 ounce tomato paste
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
Salt
Sugar, to taste
1 tablespoon chiffonnade basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • To make the grilled cheese sandwich: In a small mixing bowl, combine butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. Spread a liberal amount of butter mixture on 2 slices of bread. Flip over slices and spread some Dijon mustard on other sides. Place Cheddar cheese on the Dijon side of both slices. Place bacon on top of cheese on 1 slice and sliced tomatoes on top of cheese on other slice. Combine both sides together and place in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until golden brown and crusty. Flip sandwich and place a weighted cast iron pan on top. Cook until golden brown and cheese has melted. Remove from skillet and serve immediately with tomato soup.
  • To make the soup: Puree the crushed tomatoes and set aside. In a heavy stainless steel pot, heat basil olive oil. Add shallots and cook until soft. Add garlic, thyme, chopped basil, bacon, and tomato paste and continue to cook, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add tomato puree, cream, chicken broth, and salt and sugar, to taste. Bring to a simmer. Pour soup into bowls and garnish with chiffonnade basil. Serve immediately with grilled cheese sandwich.

GRILLED CHEDDAR, TOMATO AND BACON SANDWICHES



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From Bon Appétit, March 2000. Makes the ordinary special. Good for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even brunch and late-night snack. Spreading a little mayonnaise over the outside of the bread before grilling adds golden color and delicious crunch. Experiment with different cheeses, like munster and maybe add a sliced jalapeno. Recipe can easily be reduced for even a single serving.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 bacon, slices thick-cut
8 slices country-style sourdough bread (can sub 7 grain, farmhouse or other hardy bread)
2 cups packed grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
8 tomatoes, slices seeds removed, slices drained on paper towels
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
fresh basil leaf (optional)
pickle (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Wash and dry skillet.
  • Place 4 bread slices on work surface. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese onto each slice. Top each with 2 tomato slices the optional basil leaves. Sprinkle with pepper. Place 2 bacon slices atop each, breaking into pieces if necessary to fit. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese over bacon on each. Top sandwiches with remaining bread slices, then spread 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise over top (outside) of each sandwich.
  • Spray with non-stick cooking spray 2 heavy large skillets. Heat skillets over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches, mayonnaise side down, to each skillet. Place plate atop both sandwiches to weigh down. Cook sandwiches until bottom is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Spread top of each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise. Turn sandwiches over, mayonnaise side down. Top with plates and cook until golden brown on bottom, about 2 minutes. Transfer sandwiches to work surface. Cut sandwiches crosswise in half and serve with pickle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.8, Fat 36.8, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 1316.6, Carbohydrate 86.3, Fiber 6, Sugar 11, Protein 35.6

BACON, CHEDDAR & GRILLED TOMATO PANINI



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this is sooo good. I found it at paninihappy.com and just drooled. posted here for safekeeping. You can cook the tomatoes under the broiler or on the bbq as well

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 roma tomatoes, halved lengthwise, pulp and seeds removed
olive oil
coarse sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
8 basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 slices sourdough bread
8 slices bacon, fully cooked*
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the panini grill to high heat. Ensure the grill is on a slight tilt (not completely flat) and be sure to attach your drip tray.
  • Brush the cut side of the tomatoes with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place the tomatoes, cut side down, onto the panini grill. Lower the top grate to just above the tomatoes without touching them. Grill tomatoes for 10-12 minutes until the outer skins are wrinkly and the tomatoes are soft. Check the tomatoes often, as some may cook faster than others. Remove the tomatoes from the grill and sprinkle with basil.
  • Brush melted butter onto the outer sides of each slice of bread. For each sandwich, layer two slices of bacon, two grilled tomatoes and 1/4 of the cheese in between two slices of bread (buttered side out). Grill the panini for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 75.9, Sodium 1337.3, Carbohydrate 69.8, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 24.3

GRILLED CHEDDAR, TOMATO AND BACON SANDWICHES



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Categories     Sandwich     Cheese     Pork     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Cheddar     Bacon     Spring     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 thick-cut bacon slices
8 slices country-style sourdough bread or batard (cut on deep diagonal into 5x3x1/2-inch slices)
2 cups (packed) grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
8 tomato slices, seeds removed, slices drained on paper towels
4 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Wash and dry skillet.
  • Place 4 bread slices on work surface. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese onto each slice. Top each with 2 tomato slices. Sprinkle with pepper. Place 2 bacon slices atop each, breaking into pieces if necessary to fit. Press 1/4 cup grated cheese over bacon on each. Top sandwiches with remaining bread slices, then spread 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise over top of each sandwich. Heat 2 heavy large skillets over medium heat. Add 2 sandwiches, mayonnaise side down, to each skillet. Place plate atop both sandwiches to weigh down. Cook sandwiches until bottom is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Spread top of each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise. Turn sandwiches over, mayonnaise side down. Top with plates and cook until golden brown on bottom, about 2 minutes. Transfer sandwiches to work surface. Cut sandwiches crosswise in half and serve

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, slice the tomatoes and bacon into uniform thickness.
  • Use a ripe, flavorful tomato for the best taste.
  • Choose a sharp cheddar cheese that melts well.
  • Use mayonnaise or butter to spread on the bread for a richer flavor.
  • Season the bacon with salt and pepper before cooking for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the sandwiches in a pan over medium heat.

Conclusion:

This grilled cheddar, tomato, and bacon sandwich is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet packed with flavor. The combination of melted cheddar cheese, juicy tomatoes, and crispy bacon is irresistible. Whether you're enjoying it for lunch, dinner, or a snack, this sandwich is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this grilled cheddar, tomato, and bacon sandwich a try.

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