Avocado Bacon Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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2 slices seeded whole grain bread, or bread of choice
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2 slices (1 oz each) cheese, such as cheddar, cheddar jack, or gruyere
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1/4 ripe Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and sliced
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2 slices crispy cooked bacon, cut or folded horizontally in half
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1/2 Tbsp butter, melted
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1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise
# Instructions:
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Preheat an individual sandwich maker. Place one slice of cheese on one slice of bread.
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Spread avocado slices over the cheese slice leaving a border. Add the second slice of cheese, bacon slices, and the other bread slice on top.
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Combine melted butter and mayonnaise. Spread half the mixture on the top slice of bread.
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Place the sandwich into the sandwich maker with the butter-mayo side down. Spread the remaining mixture on the other side of the sandwich, close the maker, and cook for 2 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
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Using a heat-resistant spatula or tongs, remove the sandwich. Cut in half and serve immediately.
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Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and spread butter-mayo mixture on the second side of bread. Cook for 3 minutes, flip carefully, and press gently with a spatula or grill press. Cook for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Add extra butter if bread feels dry, cooking briefly on both sides.
# Notes:
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Using melted butter and mayonnaise results in a crisp texture and buttery flavor.
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A large avocado, averaging 8 ounces, is recommended. Adjust quantities if using smaller or larger avocados.
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Using two different types of cheese, such as Swiss and mozzarella, can elevate the flavors.