Grilled Cheese BLT

The Classic Grilled Cheese and the classic Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich are combined for a whole new flavorful sandwich.

Prep: 10 minutes - Grill: 3 minutes - Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

• 4            large leaf lettuce leaves
• 4            (1/2-inch-thick) slices large beefsteak tomato
• 1            tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1/4       teaspoon salt
• 1/4       teaspoon black pepper
• 8            slices Italian bread
• 2            tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 8            slices  sharp Cheddar cheese
• 8            slices fully cooked bacon, halved crosswise
• 1/4       cup mayonnaise

1. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In large bowl, toss lettuce, tomato, vinegar, salt and pepper. Brush 1 side of each bread slice with oil.

2. Place bread slices, oil side down, on hot grill rack; top with cheese, tearing to fit. Cover and cook bread 2 minutes or until cheese softens and grill marks appear; top 4 bread slices with bacon and cook 1 minute or until cheese melts. Transfer to cutting board.

3. Top bacon with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato and remaining bread slices, cheese side down; cut in half.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 sandwich): 490 Calories, 36g Fat, 12g Saturated Fat, 59mg Cholesterol, 931mg Sodium, 23g Carbohydrates, 2g Fiber, 3g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 19g Protein