Best 5 Grilled Cheese With Bacon Thousand Island Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Grilled Cheese with Bacon and Thousand Island Dressing recipe. This classic comfort food gets an upgrade with crispy bacon, tangy thousand island dressing, and a gooey blend of melted cheese sandwiched between two slices of golden-brown toasted bread. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.

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Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and mouthwatering images to guide you through the culinary journey. Prepare to elevate your grilled cheese game and embark on a delightful adventure of flavors with our diverse selection of recipes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LIGHT THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons nonfat milk
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt
1 chipotle chile pepper in adobo sauce (optional)
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
3 tablespoons minced red bell pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the chipotle in a blender; pulse until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl, then stir in the relish and bell pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 3 grams, Cholesterol 2 milligrams, Sodium 189 milligrams, Protein 1 grams

ROASTED SHRIMP WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon minced capers
1 teaspoon minced gherkins
1 tablespoon sweet pickles
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the shrimp on a sheet pan and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Pour the olive oil and juice over the shrimp, and roast in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • For the dressing, place the mayonnaise, ketchup, capers, gherkins, sweet pickles, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl, and stir until blended. Serve with the roasted shrimp.

1000 ISLAND DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons tomato ketchup
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons capers, finely chopped
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Small pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients together in a small serving bowl, whisking with a fork.
  • This dressing is delicious spooned over veggie burgers or served as a dip with crudites. I also love it drizzled over a festive vegetarian nut roast the next day in a sandwich. Any unused dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

GRILLED CHEESE WITH THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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A new twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich! Enjoy with a nice bowl of tomato soup for comfort food on a cold day. Recipe courtesy Greg Morris for Food Network Magazine. I made a few adjustments using veggie bacon.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 slices veggie bacon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed
8 slices sourdough bread
12 ounces cotswold cheese (double Gloucester with chives) or 12 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 tablespoons thousand island dressing

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835.3, Fat 41.8, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 84.8, Sodium 1751.8, Carbohydrate 81.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 33.9

GRILLED CHEESE WITH BACON & THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING



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What a yummy combination of flavors... I picked this "keeper" out of the Food Network magazine... I never would have thought to add Thousand Island Dressing to a grilled cheese and bacon sandwich... But boy-o-boy am I ever glad that someone else did!!

Provided by Lynn Hoar

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 bacon slices ( thick cut maple glazed)
2 Tbsp butter
8 slices of sourdough bread or a hearty country white
12 oz cotswold cheese( aka: double gloucester with chives) or cheddar cheese
4 Tbsp thousand island dressing ( bottled or homemade)
***cotswold cheese can be found on line at amazon or in speciality cheese stores. for everyday meals i substitute sharp cheddar, snip a few chives over that and add a few slivers of shaved sweet onion, then the bacon.

Steps:

  • 1. Fry bacon until crisp, drain on paper towels Wipe off griddle... Butter one side of all 8 slices of bread Add 4 slices of bread with butter side down to griddle Top each bread slice with a quarter of the cheese, and 2 strips of bacon...spread Thousand Island on the inside of each buttered "top" bread and put down dressing side touching bacon. Flip sandwiches and grill until golden brown
  • 2. Delicious paired with a cup of homemade tomato soup! Enjoy!!

Tips:

  • Use thick-cut bacon for a more substantial sandwich.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not burnt.
  • Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Gruyère.
  • Spread the Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice of bread before assembling the sandwich.
  • Grill the sandwich in a panini press or on a lightly oiled griddle over medium heat until the cheese is melted and gooey and the bread is golden brown.
  • Serve the grilled cheese sandwich immediately with your favorite sides, such as tomato soup, French fries, or onion rings.

Conclusion:

The Grilled Cheese with Bacon and Thousand Island Dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its crispy bacon, melted cheese, and tangy Thousand Island dressing, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful sandwich, give this recipe a try!

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