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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lay the bacon slices on a rack set over a baking sheet.
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Bake until the fat starts to render, about 10 minutes.
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Baste the bacon on both sides with the maple syrup and continue to bake until caramelized and the edges just start to brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.
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Let cool on the rack, about 5 minutes.
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When cool, cut them in half.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry until thoroughly set, 3 to 4 minutes.
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Transfer to a plate.
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Put 4 slices of the bread on a work surface.
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Layer each with 1 whole slice of the cheese, 3 pieces of the bacon, 1/4 slice of the cheese and 1 egg and another whole slice of cheese.
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Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread.
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Thinly and evenly spread the remaining butter on both sides of the bread using about 1 1/2 tablespoons for each sandwich.
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Place 2 sandwiches into the same skillet over medium heat.
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Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the bread is evenly golden brown, about 2 minutes.
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Flip and cook, uncovered, until the bread is golden brown and cheese is visibly melted, about 2 minutes more.
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Repeat with the remaining sandwiches.
