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Maple Bacon Cheddar Grilled Cheese

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A delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and sweet maple syrup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sandwich
  • 8 slices thick-cut sourdough bread Can use any thick-cut bread of choice.
  • 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 oz smoked applewood cheese, grated
  • 2 oz mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 6 slices thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 4 tablespoons high-quality butter Generously butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (optional) For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your skillet or air fryer to medium heat (370°F for the air fryer).
  2. Cook the bacon until crispy, brushing it with maple syrup during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  3. In a bowl, grate all the cheeses and mix them together.
  4. Generously butter one side of each slice of bread.
  5. Layer the cheese mixture and maple bacon between the slices of bread, with the buttered sides facing out.
Cooking
  1. Cook in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese melts.
  2. If using the air fryer, cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Let the sandwiches cool for 2 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 830mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve warm, cut in half or quarters. Pairs well with tomato soup or a simple salad. For extra flavor, add caramelized onions or sliced tomatoes. Keep the heat at medium to avoid burning the bread.
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