Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese. This mouthwatering sandwich combines the creamy goodness of cream cheese, the spicy kick of roasted jalapeños, and the irresistible crunch of crispy bacon, all melted between two slices of buttery golden Texas Toast. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this simple yet flavorful recipe is guaranteed to impress your family and friends. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable options, you can craft a grilled cheese masterpiece that suits your taste preferences. Get ready to savor every bite of this zesty twist on a classic favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked)
- 4 slices Texas toast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush jalapeños with olive oil and place them on the baking sheet. Roast for about 15 minutes until slightly charred. Allow to cool before chopping.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic salt, black pepper, and onion powder until smooth. Fold in chopped jalapeños.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture on the unbuttered side, followed by bacon and cheddar cheese. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Cook sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheeses are melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 210g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg