Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Health score
7%
Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
35 min.
2
675kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch game with the Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich? This isn’t just any ordinary grilled cheese; it’s a mouthwatering masterpiece that combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and perfectly caramelized onions, all nestled between two slices of golden, buttery bread. In just 35 minutes, you can create a dish that’s not only satisfying but also packed with flavor and texture.

Imagine biting into a sandwich where the gooey cheese stretches with every pull, complemented by the savory crunch of bacon and the subtle sweetness of onions. The addition of hard-boiled eggs adds a delightful twist, making this sandwich a hearty option for lunch or dinner. And let’s not forget the spicy mayo, which brings a kick that will tantalize your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.

This recipe serves two, making it perfect for sharing with a loved one or enjoying as a decadent solo treat. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress yourself and anyone lucky enough to share this delicious creation with you!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon cut in half
  • Tablespoon butter 
  • servings butter for grilling
  • slices monterrey jack cheese (I Used Swiss And Monterey Jack)
  • Dashes hot sauce (I Used Louisiana)
  • Tablespoons mayonnaise 
  •  onion whole halved sliced
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • slices sandwich bread 
  •  hardboiled eggs whole hard boiled peeled sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook the onions low and slow for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Remove them to a place when they're deep golden brown and soft.Fry the bacon in the same skillet until slightly crisp.
  3. Remove to a paper towel to drain.
  4. Combine the mayonnaise and the hot sauce and stir. Taste and add more hot sauce if needed.
  5. Sprinkle the sliced eggs generously with salt and pepper. To assemble, spread one side of each piece of bread with the spicy mayo. Build the sandwich however you wish: eggs, bacon, cheese, onions, more eggs, more cheese.
  6. Spread one side of the assembled sandwich with softened butter and put it butter-side down on a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat.
  7. Spread the top side with butter, then continue grilling the sandwich until the bread is golden and slightly crisp and the filling is warm/cheese is melted.
  8. Cut in half with a sharp serrated knife and share with a loved one!

Nutrition Facts

Calories675kcal
Protein14.9%
Fat73.72%
Carbs11.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
139.39
Glycemic Load
10
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.197826157445%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
11.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:674.92kcal
33.75%
Fat:55.06g
84.71%
Saturated Fat:21.68g
135.52%
Carbohydrates:19.12g
6.37%
Net Carbohydrates:17.61g
6.4%
Sugar:4.73g
5.26%
Cholesterol:365.39mg
121.8%
Sodium:1034.9mg
45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.05g
50.09%
Selenium:42.52µg
60.74%
Phosphorus:366.71mg
36.67%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.95%
Calcium:318.1mg
31.81%
Vitamin K:24.86µg
23.67%
Vitamin B12:1.32µg
22.03%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.95%
Folate:77.3µg
19.33%
Vitamin A:932.01IU
18.64%
Zinc:2.49mg
16.62%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.02%
Vitamin B5:1.59mg
15.9%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.51%
Vitamin D:2.02µg
13.48%
Iron:2.26mg
12.58%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.39%
Vitamin E:1.84mg
12.25%
Potassium:319.64mg
9.13%
Magnesium:32.98mg
8.24%
Fiber:1.51g
6.04%
Vitamin C:4.11mg
4.98%
Copper:0.09mg
4.62%