Spicy Bacon Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 Jalapenos, sliced lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
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4 ounces cream cheese
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4 slices bacon, crispy cooked
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2 slices Monterey Jack cheese
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2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
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4 slices Italian bread
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Chopped cilantro (optional)
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Butter, for grilling
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Stuff each jalapeno half with approximately 1 ounce of cream cheese.
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Bake stuffed jalapenos on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven.
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Place 1 slice each cheddar cheese on 2 bread slices. Place 1 slice each Monterey Jack on 2 bread slices. Each sandwich will have both kinds of cheese.
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Slice the cooked stuffed jalapenos into bite-size pieces. Divide the jalapeno slices between the 2 slices of bread with cheddar. Add the 4 slices of bacon to the slices of bread with the Monterey Jack. If desired, add chopped cilantro to one side.
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Combine the slices of bread to form 2 sandwiches.
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Top each sandwich with several pats of butter. Place in skillet over medium-low heat, butter side down. Top with more pats of butter. Grill each side until lightly browned and cheese is melted and gooey.
# Notes:
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Use gloves to cut the peppers in half and remove the seeds. Wash your hands thoroughly after working with these peppers.
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A small amount of cream cheese mounded in the pepper works best. If too much is used, it will cook out.
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For firmer jalapeno poppers, reduce the cooking time by ten minutes.
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This sandwich is best with thick bakery-style white bread, Italian bread, or European Artisan Bread.
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Use good quality, fairly thick slices of cheese for the best results.