Grilled Bacon, Blue Cheese & Pear Sandwich Recipe

Name: Grilled Bacon, Blue Cheese & Pear Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices good Italian bread; 2 tablespoons blue cheese (I like gorgonzola); 2 tablespoons cream cheese; 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts; salt & pepper to taste; 1 bartlett or bosc pear, cored & sliced; 3 slices applewood smoked bacon; 3 tablespoons soft salted butter; Handful Baby arugula

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350. Cook bacon on parchment paper for about 15 minutes, until crispy. I've been known to use the microwave for this step.
2
Mix together the blue cheese, cream cheese, mustard and walnuts. Taste and add salt & pepper as you wish.
3
Butter the bread on both sides and place on a board.
4
Spread blue cheese mixture on each side of the bread.
5
Next, add the pear slices. This is important. You want the pears to stick to the cheese, and not slide around in the middle of the sandwich.
6
Add the bacon and pile on the arugula. Put the sandwich together. Press down a little.
7
Heat a cast iron pan. Slip in the sandwich. Press down from time to time and griddle the sandwich, gently, slowly cooking it on both sides until browned, gooey and warmed through.

302

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices good Italian bread, 2 tablespoons blue cheese (I like gorgonzola), 2 tablespoons cream cheese, 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Grilled Bacon, Blue Cheese & Pear Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Bacon, Blue Cheese & Pear Sandwich

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Variations & substitutions

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