Best 8 Grilled Cheese Sandwich With Bacon Recipes

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Craving a comforting and savory meal? Look no further than the grilled cheese sandwich with bacon, an iconic combination that tantalizes taste buds with its ooey-gooey cheese, crispy bacon, and perfectly toasted bread. This classic sandwich is elevated with a variety of delectable recipes that cater to every palate. From the simplicity of the traditional grilled cheese to the indulgent BLT grilled cheese and the adventurous grilled cheese with avocado and sriracha, this article offers a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility of this beloved dish. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create a mouthwatering grilled cheese sandwich with bacon. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your skillet, and embark on a delightful exploration of flavors with these irresistible grilled cheese sandwich recipes.

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GRILLED THREE-CHEESE BACON SANDWICHES



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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

8 teaspoons mayonnaise
4 slices sourdough sandwich bread
2 slices deli sliced American cheese (2 oz)
4 slices cooked bacon
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (2 oz)
1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (2 oz)

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

GRILLED CHEESE AND BACON SANDWICH



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Make and share this Grilled Cheese and Bacon Sandwich recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KellyD

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 slices italian loaf bread
butter
12 slices of cooked crisp bacon
3 slices of kraft singles cheese slices
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • butter both sides of the bread.
  • Place on cheese slice and 2 bacon slices in between 2 slices of bread.
  • Toast on both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

GRILLED CHEESE WITH BACON AND THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 strips thick-cut maple-glazed bacon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed
8 slices sourdough bread
12 ounces cotswold cheese (double Gloucester with chives) or cheddar, shredded
4 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe out the skillet.
  • Heat the butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add 2 bread slices. Top each with one-quarter of the cheese and 2 strips bacon. Spread 2 bread slices with some of the dressing and press them on top of the sandwiches, dressing-side down. Cook until the cheese melts and the bread is golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat to make 2 more sandwiches, adding more butter as needed.

MAC AND CHEESE GRILLED CHEESE WITH BACON TWO WAYS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups Easy Mac and Cheese, recipe follows
8 slices country white bread, buttered
4 slices American cheese
8 slices thick-cut smoked bacon, cooked
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch slices, optional
Hot sauce, such as Frank's, optional
8 ounces elbow macaroni
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
8 ounce processed cheese, such as Velveeta
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp yellow Cheddar
Splash hot sauce, or pinch of cayenne
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Evenly spread the Easy Mac and Cheese in an 8-inch square baking dish. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. Cut the mac and cheese into 4 equal-size squares.
  • Preheat a griddle over medium-low heat. Place each mac and cheese square on a slice of bread, top with 1 slice American cheese and 2 slices bacon. Top with a second piece of bread and griddle the sandwich until golden and warm, about 4 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Serve.
  • For the adults, toss the tomatoes in some hot sauce and add on top of the bacon before griddling your sandwich.
  • Cook the macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water to al dente and drain.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and stir for a couple of minutes, making sure it's free of lumps and the flour taste is cooked out. Stir in the milk, bring to a simmer and cook over medium-low until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the processed cheese and Cheddar until melted, add the hot sauce and fold in the macaroni. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

BACON GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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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

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
8 slices sourdough bread
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
8 cooked bacon strips

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 DOUBLE-CHEESE AND BACON SANDWICHES



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Grilled cheese sandwiches--actually cooked on the grill--taste smoky good and extra rich with added bacon and two kinds of cheese.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 slices bacon
4 (1/4-inch-thick) slices red onion
4 (3/4-oz.) slices Cheddar cheese
4 (3/4-oz.) slices mozzarella cheese
8 (1/2-inch-thick) slices sourdough or Vienna bread

Steps:

  • Heat closed contact grill for 5 minutes.
  • When grill is heated, place bacon on bottom grill surface. (If necessary, cook 4 slices at a time.) Close grill; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until browned. Remove bacon from grill; drain on paper towels. Cut bacon slices in half crosswise.
  • With rubber scraper, carefully scrape most of drippings from grill into drip tray. Add onion to grill. Close grill; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  • To make sandwiches, layer Cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, onion and mozzarella cheese between bread slices. Place 2 sandwiches on bottom grill surface. Close grill; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 3 g

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

BACON AND TOMATO GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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My family loves these sandwiches, they are especially great using garden tomatoes, I make them using Pepper Jack cheese but American cheese slices works good also, you can adjust the butter amount to suit taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices cooked bacon
5 tablespoons soft butter, divided (or to taste)
4 slices bread (white or whole wheat)
4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese (or use American cheese)
4 slices tomatoes

Steps:

  • Spread about 1 tablespoon butter into the bottom of a large skillet (or just leave some fat in the pan from the bacon).
  • Spread 1 tablespoon (can use more) onto one side of each slice of bread.
  • Place the 4 slices of bread butter-side down onto a large skillet or flat grill.
  • Top with 1 slice of cheese, 2 slices of tomato and 2 slices cooked bacon, then 1 more slice of cheese.
  • Cover with a slice of bread (butter-side facing outside).
  • Fry over medium turning once with a spatula until golden brown on both sides.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sandwich. Look for thick-cut bread, flavorful cheese, and crispy bacon.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless variations on the grilled cheese sandwich. Try adding different cheeses, meats, or vegetables. You can also change up the bread or the cooking method.
  • Cook the sandwich low and slow: This will help the cheese melt evenly and prevent the bread from burning.
  • Serve the sandwich immediately: Grilled cheese sandwiches are best when they're hot and gooey. So don't let them sit around for too long before eating.

Conclusion:

The grilled cheese sandwich is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's simple to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the grilled cheese sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed.

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