Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Aunt Bev's Glorified Grilled Cheese Sandwich. This recipe takes a classic grilled cheese to a whole new level by adding a variety of flavorful ingredients. The result is a cheesy, crispy, and decadent sandwich that will leave you craving for more. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this recipe is easy to make and will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bread (your choice of bread)
- 8 slices of cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of cooked bacon
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Directions
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the buttered side of each slice of bread.
- Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on the preheated skillet or griddle.
- Layer each slice with a slice of cheddar cheese, bacon, and tomato slices.
- Top each sandwich with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the skillet or griddle, and let the sandwiches cool for a minute before slicing in half.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Grilled cheese sandwiches are popular in the United States and are often served with tomato soup.
The first grilled cheese sandwich recipe appeared in a cookbook in the 1920s.
April is National Grilled Cheese Month in the United States.
The world's largest grilled cheese sandwich weighed over 5,000 pounds.