Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
A savory blend of bacon, creamy jalapenos, and melted cheese sandwiched between golden grilled bread.
# 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, cooked until crispy
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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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Pats of butter
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Stuff each jalapeno half with approximately 1 ounce of cream cheese. Arrange stuffed jalapenos on a baking sheet.
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Bake stuffed jalapenos for 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
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Place 1 slice of sharp cheddar cheese on 2 slices of bread. Place 1 slice of Monterey Jack cheese on the remaining 2 slices of bread.
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Slice the cooked stuffed jalapenos into bite-sized pieces. Spread the jalapeno slices over the bread with sharp cheddar. Add the bacon strips to the bread with Monterey Jack.
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If desired, sprinkle chopped cilantro over one side of the sandwich assembly.
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Carefully combine the slices of bread to form 2 sandwiches.
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Spread a few pats of butter on the outside of each sandwich.
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Place sandwiches in a skillet over medium-low heat, butter side down. Add more pats of butter on the top side. Grill each side until lightly browned and the cheese is melted and gooey.
# Helpful Notes:
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For a spicier sandwich, leave some seeds in the jalapenos.
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Grilling on medium-low heat ensures the cheese melts before the bread browns too much.