Kick up your grilled cheese game with this savory, easy-to-make sandwich.
Fred Hardy
This is one grilled cheese sandwich recipe guaranteed to turn heads.
(Although basil leaves add freshness to this sandwich).
Photo:Fred Hardy
And its definitely not astandard grilled cheese; simply put, its better.
Consider cooking bacon in the oven for crispy results and less cleanup.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until crispy and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
This recipe was developed by Liv Dansky.
Working in batches if needed, cook bacon, flipping often, until crisp, about 8 minutes.
Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
Remove skillet from heat and discard drippings.
Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise on 1 side of each bread slice.
Arrange 4 bread slices, mayonnaise side down, on a work surface.
Spread evenly with Cheddar mixture.
Top with remaining bread slices, mayonnaise side up.
Heat skillet over medium.
Cook 2 sandwiches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Remove from skillet and cook remaining 2 sandwiches.
Slice in half and serve.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
