Grilled Cheese Sandwiches With Bacon, Spinach, Toma

Name: Grilled Cheese Sandwiches With Bacon, Spinach, Tomatoes, And Fried Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 to 8 dried tomato halves; 2 large eggs; About 2 1/2 tbsp. softened butter, divided; About 1/4 tsp. kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves; 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 4 slices whole-wheat bread; 1/2 cup coarsely shredded smoked gouda cheese; 6 slices crisp-cooked bacon; 1/2 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves

Servings: persons

6 to 8 dried tomato halves
2 large eggs
About 2 1/2 tbsp. softened butter, divided
About 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
4 slices whole-wheat bread
1/2 cup coarsely shredded smoked gouda cheese
6 slices crisp-cooked bacon
1/2 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves

1
Soak tomatoes in warm water until they're very soft, 20 to 30 minutes, then dry with paper towels.
2
In a large nonstick frying pan, fry eggs in 1/2 tbsp. butter over medium heat until whites are just set. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
3
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine remaining 2 tbsp. butter, 1/4 tsp. salt, pepper to taste, the parsley, thyme, and lemon juice.
4
Transfer eggs to a plate. Spread herb butter on 1 side of each bread slice, dividing evenly. Turn 2 slices over and top with gouda, bacon, tomatoes, and spinach, dividing evenly. Top each sandwich with a fried egg and remaining bread slices, buttered sides up. Cook sandwiches until golden brown, turning once, about 8 minutes total.
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Note: Nutritional analysis is per sandwich.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 to 8 dried tomato halves, 2 large eggs, About 2 1/2 tbsp. softened butter, divided, About 1/4 tsp. kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches With Bacon, Spinach, Tomatoes, And Fried Eggs 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.

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Grilled Cheese Sandwiches With Bacon, Spinach, Tomatoes, And Fried Eggs

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