Ultimate Grilled Cheese Recipe

Name: Ultimate Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 slices thick-cut bacon, such as Nodine's applewood smoked; 1 cup good mayonnaise; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 white pullman loaf or sourdough bread, sliced 1/2 inch thick (12 slices); 6 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature; 6 ounces aged Gruyere or Comte cheese; 6 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, such as Cabot or Shelburne Farms

Servings: persons

12 slices thick-cut bacon, such as Nodine's applewood smoked
1 cup good mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 white pullman loaf or sourdough bread, sliced 1/2 inch thick (12 slices)
6 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
6 ounces aged Gruyere or Comte cheese
6 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar, such as Cabot or Shelburne Farms

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange the bacon on a baking rack set over a sheet pan in a single layer and roast for 20 to 30 minutes, until nicely browned.
2
Drain on a plate lined with paper towels and cut in 1-inch pieces.
3
Meanwhile, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
4
Lay 12 slices of bread on a board and spread each one lightly with butter.
5
Flip the slices and spread each one generously with the mayonnaise mixture.
6
Don't neglect the corners!
7
Grate the cheeses in a food processor fitted with the largest grating disk and combine.
8
Distribute the bacon evenly on half the slices of bread.
9
Pile 1/3 cup grated cheese evenly on top of the bacon and top with the remaining bread slices, sauce-side down.
10
Meanwhile, heat an electric panini press.
11
When the press is hot, cook the sandwiches for 3 to 5 minutes in batches until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
12
Allow to cool for 2 minutes.
13
Cut in half and serve warm.

1424

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 12 slices thick-cut bacon, such as Nodine's applewood smoked, 1 cup good mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Ultimate Grilled Cheese 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.

Ultimate Grilled Cheese

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