Avocado BLT Grilled Cheese (Print version)

A decadent sandwich featuring crispy bacon, fresh lettuce and tomato, creamy avocado, and gooey melted cheese on golden, buttery bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country white bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 slices cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

→ Meats

04 - 4 slices thick-cut bacon

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
06 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
07 - 2 leaves romaine or butter lettuce

→ Condiments & Seasoning

08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, approximately 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
02 - Lightly butter one side of each bread slice with the softened butter.
03 - Place two bread slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Layer each with a slice of cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado. Season avocado and tomato with salt and pepper. Top with remaining cheese slices, then remaining bread slices with buttered side up.
04 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, approximately 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula.
05 - Remove sandwiches from skillet and let cool for 1-2 minutes. Slice in half diagonally and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It combines two beloved classics into one outrageously satisfying sandwich that feels indulgent without being complicated.
  • The avocado adds a silky texture that balances the salty bacon and sharp cheese in a way that just works.
  • Everything cooks in one skillet, so cleanup is fast and you can be eating in under 20 minutes.
02 -
  • Cook the sandwiches over medium-low heat, not high, or the bread will burn before the cheese melts and you'll be left with a sad, unmelted center.
  • Pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel before adding them to the sandwich or they'll release moisture and make the bread soggy.
  • Let the butter soften at room temperature instead of microwaving it, which can make it melt unevenly and tear the bread when you spread it.
03 -
  • Use a heavy skillet or cast iron pan for the most even heat and the crispiest crust, and resist the urge to crank up the heat.
  • Press the sandwich gently with your spatula as it cooks to help the cheese melt and the layers stick together, but don't smash it flat or you'll lose all that beautiful texture.
  • If your avocado is too firm, mash it lightly with a fork and spread it on the bread instead of slicing it for easier assembly.
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