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Two halves of a Sun Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled Cheese stacked, showing melted cheese and bacon.

Sun Dried Tomato Bacon Pesto Grilled Cheese


  • Author: cocktailmixguide.com
  • Total Time: 13 min
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A grilled cheese sandwich featuring sun dried tomatoes, bacon, and pesto.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 slices bread
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 2 slices cheese (e.g., cheddar or provolone)
  • 3 strips cooked bacon
  • 4 sun dried tomato halves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. Flip one slice of bread butter-side down in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Spread pesto on the unbuttered side of the bread in the skillet.
  4. Layer cheese, bacon, and sun dried tomatoes on top of the pesto.
  5. Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
  6. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use your favorite type of bread for this sandwich.
  • You can substitute another cured meat for bacon if desired.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 8 min
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Pan Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 850
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 0.5
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 20
  • Cholesterol: 60

Keywords: grilled cheese, sun dried tomato, bacon, pesto, sandwich, quick lunch