Bacon, lettuce and tomato grilled cheese sandwich
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food combo with this Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Made with crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, and gooey cheddar cheese, all perfectly melted between buttery toasted white bread. Simple, delicious, and ready in minutes!
- 14 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 1 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Take your classic grilled cheese sandwich to the next level by adding the delicious elements of a BLT. This Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines gooey cheddar cheese with crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomato. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this sandwich is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bacon strips and cook until crispy, turning occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the bacon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Set aside.
- While the bacon is cooking, spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
- Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet.
- Immediately add half of the shredded or sliced cheddar cheese on top of the bread.
- Add the cooked bacon strips on top of the cheese.
- Place the remaining cheese on top of the bacon.
- Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook the sandwich until the bottom slice is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula.
- Continue cooking until the other side is also golden brown and the cheese is fully melted, another 3-4 minutes. If necessary, press down lightly with the spatula for even grilling.
- Once the sandwich is done grilling, remove it from the skillet and place it on a cutting board.
- Carefully open the sandwich and add the tomato slices and lettuce leaf.
- Close the sandwich, cut it in half if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich!
Tips:
- Make sure to cook the bacon until it's crispy; this will add a great texture contrast to the sandwich.
- Use a medium heat when grilling the sandwich to ensure the cheese melts evenly without burning the bread.
- Allow the sandwich to rest for a minute before cutting it in half; this helps keep the ingredients intact.
- For extra flavor, try adding a smear of mayonnaise or a dash of black pepper.
This Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delightful twist on two beloved classics. With its perfect balance of crispy, soft, salty, and fresh elements, this sandwich is a sure crowd-pleaser. Enjoy your creation and savor every bite of this mouthwatering dish!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 250 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 810kcal | 41% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 33g | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 30g | 8% |
| Fiber 1.99g | 5% |
| Sugar 4.38g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 60g | 73% |
| Saturated 33g | 108% |
| Cholesterol 170mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 600ug | 67% |
| Choline 55mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 0.45mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B2 0.58mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 5mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 0.29mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B9 90ug | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 1.15ug | 48% |
| Vitamin C 8mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E 1.12mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 44ug | 36% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 720mg | 56% |
| Copper, Cu 0.15mg | 16% |
| Iron, Fe 2.41mg | 22% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus, P 560mg | 45% |
| Potassium, K 400mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 50ug | 87% |
| Sodium, Na 1350mg | 90% |
| Zinc, Zn 4.40mg | 40% |
| Water | |
| Water 120g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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