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Crispy Bacon Grilled Cheese

Buttery, golden bread cradling melted cheddar and crispy bacon — the ultimate comfort sandwich. Serve with potato chips for the full diner experience.

Total time
10 min
Servings
1
Calories
520
Protein
22g
Crispy Bacon Grilled Cheese
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 5 minutes, then set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Butter one side of each bread slice, then place one slice butter-side down in the warm skillet.

  3. Step 3

    Layer cheddar cheese and crispy bacon on top, then top with the second bread slice butter-side up.

  4. Step 4

    Cook 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until melted.

  5. Step 5

    Serve hot with potato chips on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • spatula

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