Brussels Sprout and Bacon Grilled Cheese (Food Network Kitchens) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Ingredients:
3 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces |
6 brussels sprouts, thinly sliced |
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest |
freshly ground pepper |
6 ounces port-salut cheese, sliced |
4 thick slices country white bread |
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more if needed |
Directions:
1. Cook the bacon in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat until slightly crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Pour out all but 1 tablespoon drippings from the pan. Increase the heat to medium high, add the Brussels sprouts and cook, stirring, until slightly wilted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and toss with the bacon, lemon zest, and pepper to taste. Wipe out the skillet.
2. Divide half of the cheese between 2 bread slices; top with the Brussels sprout mixture, and the remaining cheese and 2 bread slices.
3. Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwiches and cook, pressing occasionally with a spatula, until the bread is toasted and the cheese melts, about 4 minutes per side, adding more butter to the pan if needed.
4. TIP: Before you slice soft cheese, chill it in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes to firm it up.
5. Photograph by Sam Kaplan
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